Silkuri - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Silkuri is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 46 km from Belaghar and around 166 km from Phulbani. Bilamala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silkuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silkuri is 417112. The village covers a total geographical area of 69 hectares and falls under the 762107 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 97 km away.
Silkuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silkuri
According to the 2011 Census, Silkuri village had a total population of 117 people, including 59 males and 58 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 15.22%, with male literacy at 17.39% and female literacy at 13.04%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 37.
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 | 117 | 59 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 51 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Silkuri
Silkuri 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 Silkuri
Public transport in the Silkuri is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 G. Udayagiri to Silkuri is about 97 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Silkuri is about 166 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silkuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silkuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Silkuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silkuri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Silkuri
Where is Silkuri located?
Silkuri village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silkuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Silkuri is Bilamala.
What is the pincode of Silkuri?
The pincode of Silkuri is 762107.
What is the population of Silkuri?
Silkuri had a total population of 117, including 59 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Silkuri?
Silkuri had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silkuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silkuri was 15.22%. Male literacy was 17.39% and female literacy was 13.04%.