Silangi - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Silangi is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 60.5 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Chaundali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silangi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silangi is 041349. The village covers a total geographical area of 26.48 hectares and falls under the 246444 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Silangi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Silangi
According to the 2011 Census, Silangi village had a total population of 47 people, including 25 males and 22 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.80%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 73.68%.
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 | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 22 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 3 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Silangi
Silangi 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 Silangi
Silangi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Silangi is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Silangi is about 60.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silangi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silangi 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Silangi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silangi 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Silangi
Where is Silangi located?
Silangi village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Silangi?
The Gram Panchayat of Silangi is Chaundali.
What is the pincode of Silangi?
The pincode of Silangi is 246444.
What is the population of Silangi?
Silangi had a total population of 47, including 25 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Silangi?
Silangi had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silangi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silangi was 87.80%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 73.68%.