Silimi - Gudari, Rayagada
Silimi is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Asada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silimi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silimi is 426931. The village covers a total geographical area of 625 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 96 km away.
Silimi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silimi
As per Census 2011, Silimi village has a total population of 882 people, consisting of 435 males and 447 females. The village has 205 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 166 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 257 literate and 625 illiterate residents. Additionally, 153 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 559 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silimi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 882 | 435 | 447 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 90 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 77 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 559 | 272 | 287 |
| Literate Population | 257 | 161 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 625 | 274 | 351 |
Nearby Villages of Silimi
Silimi 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 Silimi
Silimi 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 5-10 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 Rayagada to Silimi is about 96 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Silimi is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silimi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silimi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Silimi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silimi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Silimi
Where is Silimi located?
Silimi village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silimi?
The Gram Panchayat of Silimi is Asada.
What is the pincode of Silimi?
The pincode of Silimi is 765026.
What is the population of Silimi?
Silimi has a total population of 882, including 435 males and 447 females.
How many households are there in Silimi?
There are 205 households in Silimi.
What is the literacy rate in Silimi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silimi is 29.14%. Male literacy is 37.01% and female literacy is 21.48%.