Silkhola Laga Ichchholi - Dewal, Chamoli
Silkhola Laga Ichchholi is a village situated in the Dewal tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from Tharali and around 104 km from Gopeshwar. Dewal (selkhola) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silkhola Laga Ichchholi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silkhola Laga Ichchholi is 041754. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.93 hectares and falls under the 246427 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Silkhola Laga Ichchholi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karnprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silkhola Laga Ichchholi
According to the 2011 Census, Silkhola Laga Ichchholi village had a total population of 1,257 people, including 712 males and 545 females, living in 331 households. The sex ratio was 765 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.51%, with male literacy at 94.10% and female literacy at 85.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 158.
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 | 1,257 | 712 | 545 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 85 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 95 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,002 | 590 | 412 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 122 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Silkhola Laga Ichchholi
Silkhola Laga Ichchholi 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 Silkhola Laga Ichchholi
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Silkhola Laga Ichchholi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Silkhola Laga Ichchholi is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Silkhola Laga Ichchholi is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silkhola Laga Ichchholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silkhola Laga Ichchholi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Silkhola Laga Ichchholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silkhola Laga Ichchholi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Silkhola Laga Ichchholi
Where is Silkhola Laga Ichchholi located?
Silkhola Laga Ichchholi village is located in Dewal Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Silkhola Laga Ichchholi?
The Gram Panchayat of Silkhola Laga Ichchholi is Dewal (selkhola).
What is the pincode of Silkhola Laga Ichchholi?
The pincode of Silkhola Laga Ichchholi is 246427.
What is the population of Silkhola Laga Ichchholi?
Silkhola Laga Ichchholi had a total population of 1,257, including 712 males and 545 females.
How many households are there in Silkhola Laga Ichchholi?
Silkhola Laga Ichchholi had 331 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silkhola Laga Ichchholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silkhola Laga Ichchholi was 90.51%. Male literacy was 94.10% and female literacy was 85.83%.