Silen - Kangvai, Churachandpur
Silen is a village situated in the Kangvai subdivision of Churachandpur district, Manipur. It is located approximately 95 km from Churachandpur.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silen is 269392. The village falls under the 795128 pincode. Churachandpur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Silen village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Henglep (st) Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Outer Manipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silen
As per Census 2011, Silen village has a total population of 519 people, consisting of 268 males and 251 females. The village has 99 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 361 literate and 158 illiterate residents. Additionally, 485 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silen are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 519 | 268 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 485 | 250 | 235 |
| Literate Population | 361 | 196 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 72 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Silen
Silen is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Silen
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Silen.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Churachandpur to Silen is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Churachandpur to Silen is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silen
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silen village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Silen
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silen village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Silen
Where is Silen located?
Silen village is located in Kangvai Subdivision, Churachandpur district, Manipur, India.
What is the pincode of Silen?
The pincode of Silen is 795128.
What is the population of Silen?
Silen has a total population of 519, including 268 males and 251 females.
How many households are there in Silen?
There are 99 households in Silen.
What is the literacy rate in Silen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silen is 69.56%. Male literacy is 73.13% and female literacy is 65.74%.