Silki Achakchiring - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Silki Achakchiring is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chokpot and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silki Achakchiring is 275822. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Chokpot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silki Achakchiring
According to the 2011 Census, Silki Achakchiring village had a total population of 161 people, including 82 males and 79 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.96%, with male literacy at 95.08% and female literacy at 94.83%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 161.
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 | 161 | 82 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 161 | 82 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 58 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 24 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Silki Achakchiring
Silki Achakchiring 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 Silki Achakchiring
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Silki Achakchiring.
| 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 Baghmara to Silki Achakchiring is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silki Achakchiring
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silki Achakchiring 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 Silki Achakchiring
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silki Achakchiring village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Silki Achakchiring
Where is Silki Achakchiring located?
Silki Achakchiring village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Silki Achakchiring?
The pincode of Silki Achakchiring is 794005.
What is the population of Silki Achakchiring?
Silki Achakchiring had a total population of 161, including 82 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Silki Achakchiring?
Silki Achakchiring had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silki Achakchiring?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silki Achakchiring was 94.96%. Male literacy was 95.08% and female literacy was 94.83%.