Silora - Pratapnagar, Tehri Garhwal
Silora is a village situated in the Pratapnagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pratapangar and around 118 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Silida serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silora is 043436. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.97 hectares and falls under the 249165 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Silora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Silora
According to the 2011 Census, Silora village had a total population of 296 people, including 142 males and 154 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 1,085 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.51%, with male literacy at 89.92% and female literacy at 61.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 296 | 142 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 23 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 185 | 107 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 35 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Silora
Silora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mukhmal Gaon | South-West | 2.14 km |
| Ghorpur | South-West | 2.19 km |
| Khurmola | South | 2.29 km |
| Deen Gaon | North-West | 2.36 km |
| Saundi | North | 2.55 km |
| Herwal Gaon | West | 2.69 km |
| Khamakhal | South-West | 3.73 km |
| Mukhem | West | 3.74 km |
| Garwan Gaon | South | 3.77 km |
| Matti | South | 4.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Silora
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Silora. The nearest railway station is Harrawala, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.6 km.
| 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 Uttarkashi to Silora is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Silora is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Silora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silora 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 Silora
Where is Silora located?
Silora village is located in Pratapnagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Silora?
The Gram Panchayat of Silora is Silida.
What is the pincode of Silora?
The pincode of Silora is 249165.
What is the population of Silora?
Silora had a total population of 296, including 142 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Silora?
Silora had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silora was 75.51%. Male literacy was 89.92% and female literacy was 61.90%.