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
As per Census 2011, Silsekgre village has a total population of 351 people, consisting of 175 males and 176 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 162 literate and 189 illiterate residents. Additionally, 348 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silsekgre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 351 | 175 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 27 | 38 |
| 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 has a total population of 351, including 175 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Silsekgre?
There are 79 households in Silsekgre.
What is the literacy rate in Silsekgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silsekgre is 46.15%. Male literacy is 54.29% and female literacy is 38.07%.