Silauli - Pithoragarh
Silauli is a village situated in the Pithoragarh tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from Pithoragarh, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Silauli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silauli is 050247. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.76 hectares and falls under the 262501 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Silauli 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 Pithoragarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silauli
According to the 2011 Census, Silauli village had a total population of 346 people, including 169 males and 177 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.64%, with male literacy at 96.73% and female literacy at 87.06%.
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 | 346 | 169 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 16 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 296 | 148 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 21 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Silauli
Silauli 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 Silauli
Public transport in the Silauli 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 Pithoragarh to Silauli is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silauli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silauli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Silauli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silauli 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Silauli
Where is Silauli located?
Silauli village is located in Pithoragarh Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Silauli?
Silauli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Silauli?
The pincode of Silauli is 262501.
What is the population of Silauli?
Silauli had a total population of 346, including 169 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Silauli?
Silauli had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silauli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silauli was 91.64%. Male literacy was 96.73% and female literacy was 87.06%.