Samin Silki - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Samin Silki is a village situated in the Songsak subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songsak and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samin Silki is 275270. The village falls under the 794111 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Songsak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samin Silki
According to the 2011 Census, Samin Silki village had a total population of 226 people, including 123 males and 103 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 837 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.58%, with male literacy at 67.01% and female literacy at 55.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 224.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 226 | 123 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 26 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 224 | 122 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 65 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 58 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Samin Silki
Samin Silki 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 Samin Silki
Samin Silki is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Williamnagar to Samin Silki is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samin Silki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samin Silki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Samin Silki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samin Silki 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Samin Silki
Where is Samin Silki located?
Samin Silki village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Samin Silki?
The pincode of Samin Silki is 794111.
What is the population of Samin Silki?
Samin Silki had a total population of 226, including 123 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Samin Silki?
Samin Silki had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samin Silki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samin Silki was 61.58%. Male literacy was 67.01% and female literacy was 55.00%.