Silschigre - Rongram, West Garo Hills
Silschigre is a village situated in the Rongram subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rongram and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silschigre is 273569. The village falls under the 794002 pincode.
Silschigre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Dadenggre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silschigre
As per Census 2011, Silschigre village has a total population of 125 people, consisting of 69 males and 56 females. The village has 22 households and a sex ratio of 811 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 74 literate and 51 illiterate residents. Additionally, 121 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silschigre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 125 | 69 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 121 | 67 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 41 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 28 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Silschigre
Silschigre 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 Silschigre
Public transport in the Silschigre is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Tura to Silschigre is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silschigre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silschigre 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 Silschigre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silschigre 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Silschigre
Where is Silschigre located?
Silschigre village is located in Rongram Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Silschigre?
The pincode of Silschigre is 794002.
What is the population of Silschigre?
Silschigre has a total population of 125, including 69 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Silschigre?
There are 22 households in Silschigre.
What is the literacy rate in Silschigre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silschigre is 59.20%. Male literacy is 59.42% and female literacy is 58.93%.