Silikuta
Silikuta is a village located in Kamarposh Balang tehsil of Sundargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 42km away from sub-district headquarter Kamarposh Balang (tehsildar office) and 180km away from district headquarter Sundargarh. As per 2009 stats, Soyamba is the gram panchayat of Silikuta village.
Silikuta has its own place in the vibrant Sundargarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Silikuta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Silikuta is 384694. The village spans a total geographical area of 779 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 770040. Raurkela is nearest town to Silikuta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 95km away.
Google Map of Silikuta
Population of Silikuta
Below is a concise population overview of Silikuta as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 735 | 358 | 377 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 60 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 23 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 401 | 184 | 217 |
| Literate Population | 407 | 209 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 328 | 149 | 179 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Silikuta village:
- The total population of Silikuta village is around 735, including approximately 358 males and 377 females, with a sex ratio of 1053 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 134 children aged 0–6 years in Silikuta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Silikuta village has 52 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 401 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Silikuta village is about 55.37%, with male literacy at 58.38% and female literacy at 52.52%.
- There are around 133 households in Silikuta village.
Connectivity of Silikuta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Silikuta. As per the 2011 stats, Silikuta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Silikuta
Knowing the nearby villages of Silikuta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Silikuta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Silikuta
- Where is Silikuta located?
- Silikuta village is situated in Kamarposh Balang Tehsil, within the Sundargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Silikuta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Silikuta is Soyamba (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Silikuta?
- The pincode of Silikuta is 770040, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Silikuta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Silikuta is 735, with 358 males and 377 females.
- How many households are there in Silikuta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Silikuta village has a total of 133 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Silikuta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Silikuta is 55.37%. The male literacy rate is 58.38%, while the female literacy rate is 52.52%.