Silwal Gaon - Pratapnagar, Tehri Garhwal
Silwal Gaon is a village situated in the Pratapnagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pratapnagar and around 99 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Silwalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silwal Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silwal Gaon is 043505. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.32 hectares and falls under the 249165 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 99 km away.
Silwal Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Silwal Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Silwal Gaon village had a total population of 837 people, including 412 males and 425 females, living in 161 households. The sex ratio was 1,032 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.81%, with male literacy at 95.65% and female literacy at 68.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 309.
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 | 837 | 412 | 425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 44 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 309 | 154 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 607 | 352 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 230 | 60 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Silwal Gaon
Silwal Gaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Molga | West | 1.21 km |
| Khet | South-West | 1.28 km |
| Manjaf | East | 1.34 km |
| Devel | North-West | 1.48 km |
| Pansut | North-East | 1.56 km |
| Duliyab | South | 2.07 km |
| Bhurkya | North-East | 2.40 km |
| Gholdiyani | South-East | 2.47 km |
| Sukri | North | 2.61 km |
| Dang | West | 2.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Silwal Gaon
Public transport in the Silwal Gaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Harrawala, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.0 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 Tehri to Silwal Gaon is about 99 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Silwal Gaon is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silwal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silwal Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Silwal Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silwal Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Silwal Gaon
Where is Silwal Gaon located?
Silwal Gaon village is located in Pratapnagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silwal Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Silwal Gaon is Silwalgaon.
What is the pincode of Silwal Gaon?
The pincode of Silwal Gaon is 249165.
What is the population of Silwal Gaon?
Silwal Gaon had a total population of 837, including 412 males and 425 females.
How many households are there in Silwal Gaon?
Silwal Gaon had 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silwal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silwal Gaon was 81.81%. Male literacy was 95.65% and female literacy was 68.18%.