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
According to the 2011 Census, Silkata village had a total population of 1,708 people, including 858 males and 850 females, living in 358 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 24.33%, with male literacy at 29.26% and female literacy at 19.45%.
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 | 1,708 | 858 | 850 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 409 | 212 | 197 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,708, including 858 males and 850 females.
How many households are there in Silkata?
Silkata had 358 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silkata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silkata was 24.33%. Male literacy was 29.26% and female literacy was 19.45%.