Silet - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Silet is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 110 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Silet village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silet is 424322. The village covers a total geographical area of 16 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Silet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silet
According to the 2011 Census, Silet village had a total population of 197 people, including 89 males and 108 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,213 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.14%, with male literacy at 46.77% and female literacy at 26.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 111.
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 | 197 | 89 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 21 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 111 | 47 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 29 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 60 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Silet
Silet 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 Silet
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Silet.
| 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 Bhawanipatna to Silet is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silet 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 Silet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silet 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 Silet
Where is Silet located?
Silet village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silet?
Silet is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Silet?
The pincode of Silet is 766037.
What is the population of Silet?
Silet had a total population of 197, including 89 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Silet?
Silet had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silet was 35.14%. Male literacy was 46.77% and female literacy was 26.74%.