Silkholi Urf - Chakisain, Pauri Garhwal
Silkholi Urf is a village situated in the Chakisain tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 72 km from Thalisain and around 47 km from Pauri. Patlee serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silkholi Urf village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silkholi Urf is 046442. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.58 hectares and falls under the 246130 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Silkholi Urf village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Srinagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silkholi Urf
As per Census 2011, Silkholi Urf village has a total population of 254 people, consisting of 116 males and 138 females. The village has 58 households and a sex ratio of 1,189 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 157 literate and 97 illiterate residents. Additionally, 49 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silkholi Urf are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 254 | 116 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 22 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 157 | 88 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 28 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Silkholi Urf
Silkholi Urf 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 Silkholi Urf
Silkholi Urf is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Pauri to Silkholi Urf is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silkholi Urf
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silkholi Urf village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Silkholi Urf
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silkholi Urf village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Silkholi Urf
Where is Silkholi Urf located?
Silkholi Urf village is located in Chakisain Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silkholi Urf?
The Gram Panchayat of Silkholi Urf is Patlee.
What is the pincode of Silkholi Urf?
The pincode of Silkholi Urf is 246130.
What is the population of Silkholi Urf?
Silkholi Urf has a total population of 254, including 116 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Silkholi Urf?
There are 58 households in Silkholi Urf.
What is the literacy rate in Silkholi Urf?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silkholi Urf is 61.81%. Male literacy is 75.86% and female literacy is 50.00%.