Silikuta - Gurundia, Sundargarh
Silikuta is a village situated in the Gurundia tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurundia and around 170 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Gurundia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silikuta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silikuta is 385004. The village covers a total geographical area of 450 hectares and falls under the 770043 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Silikuta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silikuta
According to the 2011 Census, Silikuta village had a total population of 330 people, including 163 males and 167 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,025 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.53%, with male literacy at 74.07% and female literacy at 54.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 281.
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 | 330 | 163 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 28 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 281 | 140 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 171 | 100 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 63 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Silikuta
Silikuta 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 Silikuta
Silikuta 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Silikuta is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Silikuta is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silikuta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silikuta 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 Silikuta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silikuta 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 Silikuta
Where is Silikuta located?
Silikuta village is located in Gurundia Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silikuta?
The Gram Panchayat of Silikuta is Gurundia.
What is the pincode of Silikuta?
The pincode of Silikuta is 770043.
What is the population of Silikuta?
Silikuta had a total population of 330, including 163 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Silikuta?
Silikuta had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silikuta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silikuta was 64.53%. Male literacy was 74.07% and female literacy was 54.62%.