Silanggiri - Gasuapara, South Garo Hills
Silanggiri is a village situated in the Gasuapara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gasuapara and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silanggiri is 275937. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Silanggiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Baghmara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silanggiri
According to the 2011 Census, Silanggiri village had a total population of 86 people, including 44 males and 42 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.66%, with male literacy at 59.46% and female literacy at 26.47%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 84.
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 | 86 | 44 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 43 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 22 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 22 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Silanggiri
Silanggiri 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 Silanggiri
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Baghmara to Silanggiri is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Silanggiri
Where is Silanggiri located?
Silanggiri village is located in Gasuapara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Silanggiri?
The pincode of Silanggiri is 794103.
What is the population of Silanggiri?
Silanggiri had a total population of 86, including 44 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Silanggiri?
Silanggiri had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silanggiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silanggiri was 43.66%. Male literacy was 59.46% and female literacy was 26.47%.