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
According to the 2011 Census, Silkona village had a total population of 151 people, including 71 males and 80 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,127 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.97%, with male literacy at 71.43% and female literacy at 70.59%.
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 | 151 | 71 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 151, including 71 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Silkona?
Silkona had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silkona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silkona was 70.97%. Male literacy was 71.43% and female literacy was 70.59%.