Silkona

Silkona is a village located in Zikzak subdivision of West Garo Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Zikzak (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Tura.

Silkona 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 Silkona

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Silkona is 273985. Zikzak is nearest town to Silkona village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Silkona

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 151 71 80
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 27 15 12
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 88 40 48
Illiterate Population 63 31 32

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

  • The total population of Silkona village is around 151, including approximately 71 males and 80 females, with a sex ratio of 1126 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 27 children aged 0–6 years in Silkona village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Silkona village is about 58.28%, with male literacy at 56.34% and female literacy at 60.00%.
  • There are around 30 households in Silkona village.

Connectivity of Silkona

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

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

Nearby Villages of Silkona

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Silkona

Where is Silkona located?
Silkona village is situated in Zikzak Subdivision, within the West Garo Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Silkona?
The pincode of Silkona is 794001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Silkona as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Silkona is 151, with 71 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Silkona as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Silkona village has a total of 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silkona as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Silkona is 58.28%. The male literacy rate is 56.34%, while the female literacy rate is 60.00%.