Silangiya - Kanda, Bageshwar
Silangiya is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Dhari-2 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silangiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silangiya is 050813. The village covers a total geographical area of 17.21 hectares and falls under the 263640 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Silangiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Silangiya
According to the 2011 Census, Silangiya village had a total population of 66 people, including 29 males and 37 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,276 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.27%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 77.42%.
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 | 66 | 29 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 20 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 9 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Silangiya
Silangiya 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 Silangiya
Silangiya 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Silangiya is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silangiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silangiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Silangiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silangiya 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 Silangiya
Where is Silangiya located?
Silangiya village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Silangiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Silangiya is Dhari-2.
What is the pincode of Silangiya?
The pincode of Silangiya is 263640.
What is the population of Silangiya?
Silangiya had a total population of 66, including 29 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Silangiya?
Silangiya had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silangiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silangiya was 86.27%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 77.42%.