Silkata - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Silkata is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silkata is 272848. The village falls under the 794104 pincode.
Silkata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Selsella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silkata
As per Census 2011, Silkata village has a total population of 1,708 people, consisting of 858 males and 850 females. The village has 358 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 409 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 316 literate and 1,392 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silkata are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,708 | 858 | 850 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 409 | 212 | 197 |
| Literate Population | 316 | 189 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,392 | 669 | 723 |
Nearby Villages of Silkata
Silkata 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 Silkata
Silkata is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Silkata is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silkata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silkata 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 Silkata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silkata village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Silkata
Where is Silkata located?
Silkata village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Silkata?
The pincode of Silkata is 794104.
What is the population of Silkata?
Silkata has a total population of 1,708, including 858 males and 850 females.
How many households are there in Silkata?
There are 358 households in Silkata.
What is the literacy rate in Silkata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silkata is 18.50%. Male literacy is 22.03% and female literacy is 14.94%.