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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Sailoni village has a total population of 385 people, consisting of 179 males and 206 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 1,150 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 279 literate and 106 illiterate residents. Additionally, 106 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sailoni are given below:
| 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 | - |
| 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 has a total population of 385, including 179 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Sailoni?
There are 101 households in Sailoni.
What is the literacy rate in Sailoni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sailoni is 72.47%. Male literacy is 84.36% and female literacy is 62.14%.