Silgarh - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Silgarh is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 80 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Farasoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silgarh is 043172. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.91 hectares and falls under the 249122 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Silgarh 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 Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silgarh
According to the 2011 Census, Silgarh village had a total population of 42 people, including 20 males and 22 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,100 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.11%, with male literacy at 77.78% and female literacy at 44.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 42 | 20 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 6 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Silgarh
Silgarh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dogyar | South | 0.76 km |
| Jandrawana Gaon | North | 0.87 km |
| Khobar | East | 1.16 km |
| Pharasuli | North | 1.25 km |
| Pharaswan Gaon | North-West | 1.25 km |
| Setuli | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Phalasi | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Surari | North-West | 2.14 km |
| Bhaisakot | West | 2.15 km |
| Kothi Gadhni | North-East | 2.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Silgarh
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Silgarh. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.9 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 Devprayag to Silgarh is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Silgarh is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silgarh 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Silgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silgarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Silgarh
Where is Silgarh located?
Silgarh village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Silgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Silgarh is Farasoli.
What is the pincode of Silgarh?
The pincode of Silgarh is 249122.
What is the population of Silgarh?
Silgarh had a total population of 42, including 20 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Silgarh?
Silgarh had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silgarh was 61.11%. Male literacy was 77.78% and female literacy was 44.44%.