Sil Gaon - Jakholi*, Rudraprayag
Sil Gaon is a village situated in the Jakholi* tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakholi and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Silgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sil Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sil Gaon is 042686. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.56 hectares and falls under the 246475 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sil Gaon 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 Rudraprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sil Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Sil Gaon village had a total population of 309 people, including 137 males and 172 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 1,255 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.54%, with male literacy at 96.43% and female literacy at 61.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10, 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 | 309 | 137 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 108 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 29 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Sil Gaon
Sil Gaon 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 Sil Gaon
Public transport in the Sil Gaon is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Sil Gaon is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sil Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sil Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sil Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sil Gaon 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sil Gaon
Where is Sil Gaon located?
Sil Gaon village is located in Jakholi* Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sil Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Sil Gaon is Silgaon.
What is the pincode of Sil Gaon?
The pincode of Sil Gaon is 246475.
What is the population of Sil Gaon?
Sil Gaon had a total population of 309, including 137 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Sil Gaon?
Sil Gaon had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sil Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sil Gaon was 76.54%. Male literacy was 96.43% and female literacy was 61.49%.