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.

Here you can discover what makes Silikuta unique in its vibrant Kamarposh Balang-Sundargarh region. You’ll see Silikuta’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

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.

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Population of Silikuta

According to the 2011 Census, Silikuta has a total population of about 735, with approximately 358 males and 377 females. The sex ratio is around 1053 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 134 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 52 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 401. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.37%, with male literacy at about 58.38% and female literacy near 52.52%. There are around 133 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Silikuta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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%.