Sildanda - Jakhanikhal, Pauri Garhwal
Sildanda is a village situated in the Jakhanikhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from Lansdowne and around 85 km from Pauri. Seela Danda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sildanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sildanda is 047317. The village covers a total geographical area of 153.68 hectares and falls under the 246128 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Sildanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sildanda
As per Census 2011, Sildanda village has a total population of 264 people, consisting of 124 males and 140 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 1,129 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 176 literate and 88 illiterate residents. Additionally, 103 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sildanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 264 | 124 | 140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 28 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 48 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 176 | 90 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 34 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Sildanda
Sildanda 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 Sildanda
Public transport in the Sildanda is mainly available through bus 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 Lansdowne to Sildanda is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Sildanda is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sildanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sildanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sildanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sildanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sildanda
Where is Sildanda located?
Sildanda village is located in Jakhanikhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sildanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sildanda is Seela Danda.
What is the pincode of Sildanda?
The pincode of Sildanda is 246128.
What is the population of Sildanda?
Sildanda has a total population of 264, including 124 males and 140 females.
How many households are there in Sildanda?
There are 61 households in Sildanda.
What is the literacy rate in Sildanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sildanda is 66.67%. Male literacy is 72.58% and female literacy is 61.43%.