Silarkot - Sedam, Kalaburagi
Silarkot is a village situated in the Sedam taluka of Kalaburagi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 39 km from Sedam and around 89 km from Gulbarga. Medak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silarkot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silarkot is 620565. The village covers a total geographical area of 1703.45 hectares and falls under the 585318 pincode. Sedam is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Silarkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sedam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalaburagi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silarkot
As per Census 2011, Silarkot village has a total population of 2,757 people, consisting of 1,355 males and 1,402 females. The village has 509 households and a sex ratio of 1,034 females per 1,000 males. There are 370 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,060 literate and 1,697 illiterate residents. Additionally, 680 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silarkot are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Silarkot
Silarkot is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Nadepalli | West | 3.25 km |
| Ribbanpalli | North | 3.63 km |
| Gajalapur | South-West | 4.10 km |
| Medak | South-West | 4.12 km |
| Shankerajpur | South-West | 5.50 km |
| Khanderayanpalli | North-West | 5.52 km |
| Kompalli | West | 5.84 km |
| Anantapur | North | 6.14 km |
| Kadlapur | North-West | 6.39 km |
| Pakhal | South-West | 6.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Silarkot
Public transport in the Silarkot is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nawandgi, while the nearest airport is Begumpet Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sedam to Silarkot is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gulbarga to Silarkot is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silarkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silarkot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Silarkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silarkot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Silarkot
Where is Silarkot located?
Silarkot village is located in Sedam Taluka, Kalaburagi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silarkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Silarkot is Medak.
What is the pincode of Silarkot?
The pincode of Silarkot is 585318.
What is the population of Silarkot?
Silarkot has a total population of 2,757, including 1,355 males and 1,402 females.
How many households are there in Silarkot?
There are 509 households in Silarkot.
What is the literacy rate in Silarkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silarkot is 38.45%. Male literacy is 47.45% and female literacy is 29.74%.