Silsekgre - Rongram, West Garo Hills
Silsekgre is a village situated in the Rongram subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rongram and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silsekgre is 273446. The village falls under the 794002 pincode.
Silsekgre 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 Silsekgre
According to the 2011 Census, Silsekgre village had a total population of 351 people, including 175 males and 176 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.64%, with male literacy at 64.19% and female literacy at 48.55%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 348.
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 | 351 | 175 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 27 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 348 | 174 | 174 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 95 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 80 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Silsekgre
Silsekgre 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 Silsekgre
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Silsekgre.
| 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 Silsekgre is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silsekgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silsekgre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Silsekgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silsekgre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Silsekgre
Where is Silsekgre located?
Silsekgre village is located in Rongram Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Silsekgre?
The pincode of Silsekgre is 794002.
What is the population of Silsekgre?
Silsekgre had a total population of 351, including 175 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Silsekgre?
Silsekgre had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silsekgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silsekgre was 56.64%. Male literacy was 64.19% and female literacy was 48.55%.