Silangar - Kanda, Bageshwar
Silangar is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Silangar. serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silangar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silangar is 050691. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.82 hectares and falls under the 263640 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Silangar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silangar
As per Census 2011, Silangar village has a total population of 181 people, consisting of 86 males and 95 females. The village has 43 households and a sex ratio of 1,104 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 119 literate and 62 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silangar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 181 | 86 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 46 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 67 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 19 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Silangar
Silangar 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 Silangar
Silangar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Silangar is about 51 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 Silangar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silangar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Silangar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silangar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Silangar
Where is Silangar located?
Silangar village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silangar?
The Gram Panchayat of Silangar is Silangar..
What is the pincode of Silangar?
The pincode of Silangar is 263640.
What is the population of Silangar?
Silangar has a total population of 181, including 86 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Silangar?
There are 43 households in Silangar.
What is the literacy rate in Silangar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silangar is 65.75%. Male literacy is 77.91% and female literacy is 54.74%.