Silarkot
Silarkot is a village located in Sedam taluka of Gulbarga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 39km away from sub-district headquarter Sedam (tehsildar office) and 89km away from district headquarter Gulbarga. As per 2009 stats, Medak is the gram panchayat of Silarkot village.
Silarkot has its own place in the vibrant Gulbarga region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Silarkot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Silarkot is 620565. The village spans a total geographical area of 1703.45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 585318. Sedam is nearest town to Silarkot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 39km away.
When it comes to local governance, Silarkot village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sedam Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalaburagi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Silarkot
Population of Silarkot
Below is a concise population overview of Silarkot as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,757 | 1,355 | 1,402 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 370 | 200 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 680 | 329 | 351 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,060 | 643 | 417 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,697 | 712 | 985 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Silarkot village:
- The total population of Silarkot village is around 2,757, including approximately 1,355 males and 1,402 females, with a sex ratio of 1034 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 370 children aged 0–6 years in Silarkot village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Silarkot village has 680 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Silarkot village is about 38.45%, with male literacy at 47.45% and female literacy at 29.74%.
- There are around 509 households in Silarkot village.
Connectivity of Silarkot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Silarkot. As per the 2011 stats, Silarkot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Silarkot
Knowing the nearby villages of Silarkot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Silarkot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Silarkot
- Where is Silarkot located?
- Silarkot village is situated in Sedam Taluka, within the Gulbarga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Silarkot?
- The Gram Panchayat of Silarkot is Medak (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Silarkot?
- The pincode of Silarkot is 585318, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Silarkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Silarkot is 2,757, with 1,355 males and 1,402 females.
- How many households are there in Silarkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Silarkot village has a total of 509 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Silarkot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Silarkot is 38.45%. The male literacy rate is 47.45%, while the female literacy rate is 29.74%.