Silamalai

Silamalai is a village located in Bodinayakanur taluka of Theni district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Bodinayakanur (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Theni Allinagaram. As per 2009 stats, Silamalai village is also a gram panchayat.

Silamalai has its own place in the vibrant Theni 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 Silamalai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Silamalai is 641078. The village spans a total geographical area of 2076.33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 625528. Bodinayakanur is nearest town to Silamalai village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Silamalai

Below is a concise population overview of Silamalai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 8,236 4,136 4,100
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 836 429 407
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,684 832 852
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 5,090 2,997 2,093
Illiterate Population 3,146 1,139 2,007

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Silamalai village:

  • The total population of Silamalai village is around 8,236, including approximately 4,136 males and 4,100 females, with a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 836 children aged 0–6 years in Silamalai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Silamalai village has 1,684 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Silamalai village is about 61.80%, with male literacy at 72.46% and female literacy at 51.05%.
  • There are around 2,208 households in Silamalai village.

Connectivity of Silamalai

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Silamalai. As per the 2011 stats, Silamalai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Silamalai

Knowing the nearby villages of Silamalai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Silamalai.

Bodi Hill North Ahamalai Kodangipatti Meenakshipuram Bodinayackanur Ammapatti Dombucheri Uppukottai Kulaiyanur Rasingapuram Vadagarai

Frequently Asked Questions about Silamalai

Where is Silamalai located?
Silamalai village is situated in Bodinayakanur Taluka, within the Theni district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silamalai?
Silamalai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Silamalai?
The pincode of Silamalai is 625528, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Silamalai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Silamalai is 8,236, with 4,136 males and 4,100 females.
How many households are there in Silamalai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Silamalai village has a total of 2,208 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silamalai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Silamalai is 61.80%. The male literacy rate is 72.46%, while the female literacy rate is 51.05%.