Silangar
Silangar is a village located in Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Kanda (tehsildar office) and 51km away from district headquarter Bageshwar. As per 2009 stats, Silangar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Silangar unique in its vibrant Kanda-Bageshwar region. You’ll see Silangar’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 Silangar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Silangar is 050691. The village spans a total geographical area of 90.82 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 263640. Bageshwar is nearest town to Silangar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 51km away.
Google Map of Silangar
Population of Silangar
According to the 2011 Census, Silangar has a total population of about 181, with approximately 86 males and 95 females. The sex ratio is around 1104 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 24 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 86 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.75%, with male literacy at about 77.91% and female literacy near 54.74%. There are around 43 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Silangar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 181 | 86 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 46 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 119 | 67 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 19 | 43 |
Connectivity of Silangar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Silangar. As per the 2011 stats, Silangar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Silangar
Knowing the nearby villages of Silangar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Silangar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Silangar
- Where is Silangar located?
- Silangar village is situated in Kanda Tehsil, within the Bageshwar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Silangar?
- Silangar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Silangar?
- The pincode of Silangar is 263640, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Silangar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Silangar is 181, with 86 males and 95 females.
- How many households are there in Silangar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Silangar village has a total of 43 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Silangar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Silangar is 65.75%. The male literacy rate is 77.91%, while the female literacy rate is 54.74%.