Silani Gaon - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Silani Gaon is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 89 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Bhalegaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silani Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silani Gaon is 043191. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.98 hectares and falls under the 249126 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Silani Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silani Gaon
As per Census 2011, Silani Gaon village has a total population of 160 people, consisting of 79 males and 81 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 106 literate and 54 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silani Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 160 | 79 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 30 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 65 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 14 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Silani Gaon
Silani Gaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dandeli | South | 0.77 km |
| Bagwan | North | 1.16 km |
| Phalasi | North-West | 2.24 km |
| Raithali | North | 2.30 km |
| Muli Gaon | South-East | 2.95 km |
| Dalmi | South | 3.12 km |
| Unana | West | 3.27 km |
| Dogyar | North-West | 3.32 km |
| Kyarth | South | 3.34 km |
| Minthi | South-East | 3.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Silani Gaon
Silani Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Srinagar to Silani Gaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Silani Gaon is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silani Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silani Gaon 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 Silani 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 Silani Gaon 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Silani Gaon
Where is Silani Gaon located?
Silani Gaon village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silani Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Silani Gaon is Bhalegaon.
What is the pincode of Silani Gaon?
The pincode of Silani Gaon is 249126.
What is the population of Silani Gaon?
Silani Gaon has a total population of 160, including 79 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Silani Gaon?
There are 32 households in Silani Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Silani Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silani Gaon is 66.25%. Male literacy is 82.28% and female literacy is 50.62%.