Silangi Gunth - Bhanoli, Almora
Silangi Gunth is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Nailpar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silangi Gunth village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silangi Gunth is 053574. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.39 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Silangi Gunth village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silangi Gunth
According to the 2011 Census, Silangi Gunth village had a total population of 180 people, including 71 males and 109 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,535 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.93%, with male literacy at 81.82% and female literacy at 48.96%.
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 | 180 | 71 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 45 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 26 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Silangi Gunth
Silangi Gunth 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 Silangi Gunth
Public transport in the Silangi Gunth is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Silangi Gunth is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silangi Gunth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silangi Gunth village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Silangi Gunth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silangi Gunth 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 Silangi Gunth
Where is Silangi Gunth located?
Silangi Gunth village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Silangi Gunth?
The Gram Panchayat of Silangi Gunth is Nailpar.
What is the pincode of Silangi Gunth?
The pincode of Silangi Gunth is 263622.
What is the population of Silangi Gunth?
Silangi Gunth had a total population of 180, including 71 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Silangi Gunth?
Silangi Gunth had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silangi Gunth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silangi Gunth was 60.93%. Male literacy was 81.82% and female literacy was 48.96%.