Silkot - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Silkot 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 Silkot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silkot is 049761. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.63 hectares and falls under the 262534 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Silkot 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 Silkot
According to the 2011 Census, Silkot village had a total population of 56 people, including 23 males and 33 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,435 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.58%, with male literacy at 90.48% and female literacy at 62.50%.
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 | 56 | 23 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 4 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Silkot
Silkot 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 Silkot
Public transport in the Silkot 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 Silkot is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Silkot 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 Silkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silkot 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 Silkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silkot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Silkot
Where is Silkot located?
Silkot village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Silkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Silkot is Daula Upreti.
What is the pincode of Silkot?
The pincode of Silkot is 262534.
What is the population of Silkot?
Silkot had a total population of 56, including 23 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Silkot?
Silkot had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silkot was 73.58%. Male literacy was 90.48% and female literacy was 62.50%.