Silkata

Silkata is a village located in Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Selsella (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Tura.

Silkata has its own place in the vibrant West Garo Hills region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Silkata

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Silkata is 272848. Selsella is nearest town to Silkata village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Silkata

Below is a concise population overview of Silkata as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,708 858 850
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 409 212 197
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 316 189 127
Illiterate Population 1,392 669 723

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Silkata village:

  • The total population of Silkata village is around 1,708, including approximately 858 males and 850 females, with a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 409 children aged 0–6 years in Silkata village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Silkata village is about 18.50%, with male literacy at 22.03% and female literacy at 14.94%.
  • There are around 358 households in Silkata village.

Connectivity of Silkata

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Silkata. As per the 2011 stats, Silkata had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Silkata

Knowing the nearby villages of Silkata helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Silkata.

New Bhaitbari Sidakandi Kandargaon Garodubi Namabilla Haripur Phershakandi Kalogaon Patranga Rajabala Batabari

Frequently Asked Questions about Silkata

Where is Silkata located?
Silkata village is situated in Selsella Subdivision, within the West Garo Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Silkata?
The pincode of Silkata is 794104, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Silkata as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Silkata is 1,708, with 858 males and 850 females.
How many households are there in Silkata as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Silkata village has a total of 358 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silkata as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Silkata is 18.50%. The male literacy rate is 22.03%, while the female literacy rate is 14.94%.