Sylinga - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Sylinga is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from Kotdwara and around 130 km from Pauri. Tachhali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sylinga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sylinga is 048433. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.47 hectares and falls under the 246127 pincode. Kotdwara is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Sylinga 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 Sylinga
As per Census 2011, Sylinga village has a total population of 185 people, consisting of 93 males and 92 females. The village has 43 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 124 literate and 61 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sylinga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 185 | 93 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 71 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 22 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Sylinga
Sylinga 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 Sylinga
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Sylinga.
| 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 Kotdwara to Sylinga is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Sylinga is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sylinga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sylinga 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 Sylinga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sylinga 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sylinga
Where is Sylinga located?
Sylinga village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sylinga?
The Gram Panchayat of Sylinga is Tachhali.
What is the pincode of Sylinga?
The pincode of Sylinga is 246127.
What is the population of Sylinga?
Sylinga has a total population of 185, including 93 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Sylinga?
There are 43 households in Sylinga.
What is the literacy rate in Sylinga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sylinga is 67.03%. Male literacy is 76.34% and female literacy is 57.61%.