Silbarihat - Alipurduar - I, Alipurduar
Silbarihat is a village situated in the Alipurduar - I subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.4 km from Panchkalguri and around 71.3 km from Jalpaiguri . Patlakhawa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silbarihat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silbarihat is 307225. The village covers a total geographical area of 610.22 hectares and falls under the 736204 pincode. Alipurduar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Silbarihat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alipurduars Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Silbarihat
According to the 2011 Census, Silbarihat village had a total population of 5,590 people, including 2,886 males and 2,704 females, living in 1,269 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.52%, with male literacy at 76.71% and female literacy at 63.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3,000, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 496.
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 | 5,590 | 2,886 | 2,704 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 742 | 374 | 368 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,000 | 1,566 | 1,434 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 496 | 256 | 240 |
| Literate Population | 3,419 | 1,927 | 1,492 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,171 | 959 | 1,212 |
Nearby Villages of Silbarihat
Silbarihat 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 Silbarihat
Silbarihat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Alipurduar to Silbarihat is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Silbarihat is about 71.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silbarihat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silbarihat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Silbarihat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silbarihat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Silbarihat
Where is Silbarihat located?
Silbarihat village is located in Alipurduar - I Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silbarihat?
The Gram Panchayat of Silbarihat is Patlakhawa.
What is the pincode of Silbarihat?
The pincode of Silbarihat is 736204.
What is the population of Silbarihat?
Silbarihat had a total population of 5,590, including 2,886 males and 2,704 females.
How many households are there in Silbarihat?
Silbarihat had 1,269 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silbarihat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silbarihat was 70.52%. Male literacy was 76.71% and female literacy was 63.87%.