Silkona - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Silkona is a village situated in the Zikzak subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 27 km from Zikzak and around 85 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silkona is 273985. The village falls under the 794001 pincode.
Silkona 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 Silkona
As per Census 2011, Silkona village has a total population of 151 people, consisting of 71 males and 80 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 1,126 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 88 literate and 63 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silkona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 151 | 71 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 40 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 31 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Silkona
Silkona 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 Silkona
Silkona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Silkona is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silkona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silkona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Silkona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silkona 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Silkona
Where is Silkona located?
Silkona village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Silkona?
The pincode of Silkona is 794001.
What is the population of Silkona?
Silkona has a total population of 151, including 71 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Silkona?
There are 30 households in Silkona.
What is the literacy rate in Silkona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silkona is 58.28%. Male literacy is 56.34% and female literacy is 60.00%.