Silri - Garud, Bageshwar
Silri is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Gairlekh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silri is 051298. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.89 hectares and falls under the 263641 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Silri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Silri
According to the 2011 Census, Silri village had a total population of 180 people, including 95 males and 85 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.47%, with male literacy at 92.31% and female literacy at 65.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 91.
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 | 95 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 52 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 72 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 23 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Silri
Silri 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 Silri
Public transport in the Silri 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 Bageshwar to Silri is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silri 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 Silri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Silri
Where is Silri located?
Silri village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Silri?
The Gram Panchayat of Silri is Gairlekh.
What is the pincode of Silri?
The pincode of Silri is 263641.
What is the population of Silri?
Silri had a total population of 180, including 95 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Silri?
Silri had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silri was 79.47%. Male literacy was 92.31% and female literacy was 65.75%.