Sileth - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Sileth is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from Kotdwara and around 84 km from Pauri. Bhadali Khal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sileth village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sileth is 048502. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.59 hectares and falls under the 246149 pincode. Dogadda is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Sileth village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sileth
As per Census 2011, Sileth village has a total population of 175 people, consisting of 80 males and 95 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 1,187 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 117 literate and 58 illiterate residents. Additionally, 107 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sileth are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 175 | 80 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 20 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 48 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 53 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 27 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Sileth
Sileth 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 Sileth
Sileth is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Dogadda to Sileth is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Sileth is about 84 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 Sileth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sileth 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sileth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sileth 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sileth
Where is Sileth located?
Sileth village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sileth?
The Gram Panchayat of Sileth is Bhadali Khal.
What is the pincode of Sileth?
The pincode of Sileth is 246149.
What is the population of Sileth?
Sileth has a total population of 175, including 80 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Sileth?
There are 39 households in Sileth.
What is the literacy rate in Sileth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sileth is 66.86%. Male literacy is 66.25% and female literacy is 67.37%.