Silakhet - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Silakhet is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Daula Upreti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silakhet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silakhet is 049758. The village covers a total geographical area of 20.61 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Silakhet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silakhet
According to the 2011 Census, Silakhet village had a total population of 21 people, including 7 males and 14 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 2,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.47%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 84.62%.
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 | 21 | 7 | 14 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 4 | 1 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Silakhet
Silakhet 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 Silakhet
Public transport in the Silakhet is mainly available through shared van 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 Didihat to Silakhet is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Silakhet is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silakhet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silakhet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Silakhet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silakhet 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Silakhet
Where is Silakhet located?
Silakhet village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Silakhet?
The Gram Panchayat of Silakhet is Daula Upreti.
What is the pincode of Silakhet?
The pincode of Silakhet is 262531.
What is the population of Silakhet?
Silakhet had a total population of 21, including 7 males and 14 females.
How many households are there in Silakhet?
Silakhet had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silakhet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silakhet was 89.47%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 84.62%.