Silla - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Silla is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 77 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 92 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Dhanchula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silla is 044296. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.97 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Dehradun is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Silla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silla
As per Census 2011, Silla village has a total population of 280 people, consisting of 142 males and 138 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 184 literate and 96 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 280 | 142 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 184 | 111 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 31 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Silla
Silla 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 Silla
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Silla.
| 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 Dehradun to Silla is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Silla is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silla 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 Silla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silla 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 Silla
Where is Silla located?
Silla village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silla?
The Gram Panchayat of Silla is Dhanchula.
What is the pincode of Silla?
The pincode of Silla is 249180.
What is the population of Silla?
Silla has a total population of 280, including 142 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Silla?
There are 42 households in Silla.
What is the literacy rate in Silla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silla is 65.71%. Male literacy is 78.17% and female literacy is 52.90%.