Silkani - Pawkidevi, Tehri Garhwal
Silkani is a village situated in the Pawkidevi tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 57 km from Narendra Nagar and around 123 km from New Tehri. Silkani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silkani is 044515. The village covers a total geographical area of 108.3 hectares and falls under the 249192 pincode. Rishikesh is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Silkani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silkani
As per Census 2011, Silkani village has a total population of 405 people, consisting of 189 males and 216 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 1,142 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 235 literate and 170 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silkani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 405 | 189 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 35 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 235 | 136 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 53 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Silkani
Silkani 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 Silkani
Public transport in the Silkani is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rishikesh to Silkani is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Silkani is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silkani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silkani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Silkani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silkani 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Silkani
Where is Silkani located?
Silkani village is located in Pawkidevi Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silkani?
Silkani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Silkani?
The pincode of Silkani is 249192.
What is the population of Silkani?
Silkani has a total population of 405, including 189 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Silkani?
There are 79 households in Silkani.
What is the literacy rate in Silkani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silkani is 58.02%. Male literacy is 71.96% and female literacy is 45.83%.