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
According to the 2011 Census, Silimi village had a total population of 882 people, including 435 males and 447 females, living in 205 households. The sex ratio was 1,028 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.89%, with male literacy at 46.67% and female literacy at 25.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 153, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 559.
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 | 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 had a total population of 882, including 435 males and 447 females.
How many households are there in Silimi?
Silimi had 205 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silimi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silimi was 35.89%. Male literacy was 46.67% and female literacy was 25.88%.