Silghaguri - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Silghaguri is a village situated in the Zikzak subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 17 km from Zikzak and around 80 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silghaguri is 274031. The village falls under the 794001 pincode.
Silghaguri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahendraganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silghaguri
As per Census 2011, Silghaguri village has a total population of 438 people, consisting of 211 males and 227 females. The village has 95 households and a sex ratio of 1,075 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 205 literate and 233 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silghaguri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 438 | 211 | 227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 37 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 205 | 109 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 233 | 102 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Silghaguri
Silghaguri 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 Silghaguri
Silghaguri 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Silghaguri is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silghaguri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silghaguri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Silghaguri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silghaguri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Silghaguri
Where is Silghaguri located?
Silghaguri village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Silghaguri?
The pincode of Silghaguri is 794001.
What is the population of Silghaguri?
Silghaguri has a total population of 438, including 211 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Silghaguri?
There are 95 households in Silghaguri.
What is the literacy rate in Silghaguri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silghaguri is 46.80%. Male literacy is 51.66% and female literacy is 42.29%.