Sailoni - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Sailoni is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 44 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Siloni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sailoni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sailoni is 049496. The village covers a total geographical area of 266.7 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Sailoni 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 Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sailoni
According to the 2011 Census, Sailoni village had a total population of 385 people, including 179 males and 206 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 1,151 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.54%, with male literacy at 95.57% and female literacy at 71.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 106, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 385 | 179 | 206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 21 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 45 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 279 | 151 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 28 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Sailoni
Sailoni 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 Sailoni
Public transport in the Sailoni 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 Sailoni is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Sailoni is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sailoni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sailoni 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 Sailoni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sailoni 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 Sailoni
Where is Sailoni located?
Sailoni village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sailoni?
The Gram Panchayat of Sailoni is Siloni.
What is the pincode of Sailoni?
The pincode of Sailoni is 262551.
What is the population of Sailoni?
Sailoni had a total population of 385, including 179 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Sailoni?
Sailoni had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sailoni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sailoni was 82.54%. Male literacy was 95.57% and female literacy was 71.11%.