Silakota - Motu, Malkangiri
Silakota is a village situated in the Motu tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from Podia and around 62 km from Malkangiri . Bapanpalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silakota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silakota is 431085. The village covers a total geographical area of 746 hectares and falls under the 764087 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Silakota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silakota
According to the 2011 Census, Silakota village had a total population of 536 people, including 255 males and 281 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 1,102 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 16.86%, with male literacy at 15.20% and female literacy at 18.39%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 536.
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 | 536 | 255 | 281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 51 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 536 | 255 | 281 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 31 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 464 | 224 | 240 |
Nearby Villages of Silakota
Silakota 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 Silakota
Silakota 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 >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 Balimela to Silakota is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Silakota is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silakota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silakota 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Silakota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silakota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Silakota
Where is Silakota located?
Silakota village is located in Motu Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Silakota?
The Gram Panchayat of Silakota is Bapanpalli.
What is the pincode of Silakota?
The pincode of Silakota is 764087.
What is the population of Silakota?
Silakota had a total population of 536, including 255 males and 281 females.
How many households are there in Silakota?
Silakota had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silakota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silakota was 16.86%. Male literacy was 15.20% and female literacy was 18.39%.