Silkot
Silkot is a village located in Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Berinag (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Daula Upreti is the gram panchayat of Silkot village.
Here you can discover what makes Silkot unique in its vibrant Berinag-Pithoragarh region. You’ll see Silkot’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Silkot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Silkot is 049761. The village spans a total geographical area of 42.63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262534. Didihat is nearest town to Silkot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 56km away.
Google Map of Silkot
Population of Silkot
According to the 2011 Census, Silkot has a total population of about 56, with approximately 23 males and 33 females. The sex ratio is around 1434 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 3 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.64%, with male literacy at about 82.61% and female literacy near 60.61%. There are around 12 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Silkot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 56 | 23 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 4 | 13 |
Connectivity of Silkot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Silkot. As per the 2011 stats, Silkot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Silkot
Knowing the nearby villages of Silkot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Silkot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Silkot
- Where is Silkot located?
- Silkot village is situated in Berinag Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Silkot?
- The Gram Panchayat of Silkot is Daula Upreti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Silkot?
- The pincode of Silkot is 262534, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Silkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Silkot is 56, with 23 males and 33 females.
- How many households are there in Silkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Silkot village has a total of 12 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Silkot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Silkot is 69.64%. The male literacy rate is 82.61%, while the female literacy rate is 60.61%.