Silphori - Bhikiasain, Almora
Silphori is a village situated in the Bhikiasain tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 33 km from Bhikiyasain and around 88 km from Almora. Nigrali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silphori village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silphori is 051779. The village covers a total geographical area of 247.93 hectares and falls under the 263646 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Silphori 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 Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silphori
According to the 2011 Census, Silphori village had a total population of 51 people, including 18 males and 33 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,833 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.89%, with male literacy at 78.57% and female literacy at 64.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
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 | 51 | 18 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 11 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 7 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Silphori
Silphori 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 Silphori
Public transport in the Silphori is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Silphori is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Silphori is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silphori
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silphori village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Silphori
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silphori 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 Silphori
Where is Silphori located?
Silphori village is located in Bhikiasain Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Silphori?
The Gram Panchayat of Silphori is Nigrali.
What is the pincode of Silphori?
The pincode of Silphori is 263646.
What is the population of Silphori?
Silphori had a total population of 51, including 18 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Silphori?
Silphori had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silphori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silphori was 68.89%. Male literacy was 78.57% and female literacy was 64.52%.