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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Chokpot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silki Betagiri
According to the 2011 Census, Silki Betagiri village had a total population of 458 people, including 224 males and 234 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 1,045 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.12%, with male literacy at 84.74% and female literacy at 85.49%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 450.
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 | 458 | 224 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 34 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 458, including 224 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Silki Betagiri?
Silki Betagiri had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silki Betagiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silki Betagiri was 85.12%. Male literacy was 84.74% and female literacy was 85.49%.