Silki Betagiri - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Silki Betagiri is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chokpot and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silki Betagiri is 275801. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Silki Betagiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Chokpot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silki Betagiri
As per Census 2011, Silki Betagiri village has a total population of 458 people, consisting of 224 males and 234 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 1,044 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 326 literate and 132 illiterate residents. Additionally, 450 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silki Betagiri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 458 | 224 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 34 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 450 | 220 | 230 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 161 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 63 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Silki Betagiri
Silki Betagiri 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 Betagiri
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Silki Betagiri.
| 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 Betagiri is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silki Betagiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silki Betagiri 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 Betagiri
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 Betagiri 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Silki Betagiri
Where is Silki Betagiri located?
Silki Betagiri village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Silki Betagiri?
The pincode of Silki Betagiri is 794005.
What is the population of Silki Betagiri?
Silki Betagiri has a total population of 458, including 224 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Silki Betagiri?
There are 73 households in Silki Betagiri.
What is the literacy rate in Silki Betagiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silki Betagiri is 71.18%. Male literacy is 71.88% and female literacy is 70.51%.