Silati - Kanda, Bageshwar
Silati is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Bhadrakali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silati is 050774. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.35 hectares and falls under the 263631 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Silati 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 Silati
As per Census 2011, Silati village has a total population of 143 people, consisting of 63 males and 80 females. The village has 37 households and a sex ratio of 1,269 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 98 literate and 45 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silati are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 143 | 63 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 12 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 47 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 16 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Silati
Silati 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 Silati
Silati 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 Silati is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Silati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silati village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Silati
Where is Silati located?
Silati village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silati?
The Gram Panchayat of Silati is Bhadrakali.
What is the pincode of Silati?
The pincode of Silati is 263631.
What is the population of Silati?
Silati has a total population of 143, including 63 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Silati?
There are 37 households in Silati.
What is the literacy rate in Silati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silati is 68.53%. Male literacy is 74.60% and female literacy is 63.75%.