Silos
Silos is a village located in Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Ghansali (tehsildar office) and 86km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Silos village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Silos unique in its vibrant Ghansali-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Silos’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Silos
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Silos is 043017. The village spans a total geographical area of 55.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249155. Tehri is nearest town to Silos village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 86km away.
Google Map of Silos
Population of Silos
According to the 2011 Census, Silos has a total population of about 356, with approximately 137 males and 219 females. The sex ratio is around 1598 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 57 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.62%, with male literacy at about 72.99% and female literacy near 44.75%. There are around 88 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Silos's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 356 | 137 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 198 | 100 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 37 | 121 |
Connectivity of Silos
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Silos. As per the 2011 stats, Silos had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Silos
Knowing the nearby villages of Silos helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Silos.
Frequently Asked Questions about Silos
- Where is Silos located?
- Silos village is situated in Ghansali Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Silos?
- Silos serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Silos?
- The pincode of Silos is 249155, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Silos as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Silos is 356, with 137 males and 219 females.
- How many households are there in Silos as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Silos village has a total of 88 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Silos as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Silos is 55.62%. The male literacy rate is 72.99%, while the female literacy rate is 44.75%.