Silkhuri Bas

Silkhuri Bas is a village located in Cooch Behar I subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 27.6km away from sub-district headquarter Ghughumari (tehsildar office) and 19.6km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Chilkirhat is the gram panchayat of Silkhuri Bas village.

Silkhuri Bas has its own place in the vibrant Koch Bihar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Silkhuri Bas

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Silkhuri Bas is 308163. The village spans a total geographical area of 320.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736134. Cooch Behar is nearest town to Silkhuri Bas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.

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Population of Silkhuri Bas

Below is a concise population overview of Silkhuri Bas as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,175 1,088 1,087
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 291 140 151
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,436 701 735
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,400 773 627
Illiterate Population 775 315 460

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Silkhuri Bas village:

  • The total population of Silkhuri Bas village is around 2,175, including approximately 1,088 males and 1,087 females, with a sex ratio of 999 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 291 children aged 0–6 years in Silkhuri Bas village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Silkhuri Bas village has 1,436 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Silkhuri Bas village is about 64.37%, with male literacy at 71.05% and female literacy at 57.68%.
  • There are around 515 households in Silkhuri Bas village.

Connectivity of Silkhuri Bas

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Silkhuri Bas. As per the 2011 stats, Silkhuri Bas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Silkhuri Bas

Knowing the nearby villages of Silkhuri Bas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Silkhuri Bas.

Aulibari Panthabari Ekmukha Silkhuri Dwitia Khanda Silkhuri Pratham Khanda Cheger Kuthi Sonakhuli Rashidanga Dwitia Khanda Khairamari Chhota Elajan Bara Elajan

Frequently Asked Questions about Silkhuri Bas

Where is Silkhuri Bas located?
Silkhuri Bas village is situated in Cooch Behar I Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silkhuri Bas?
The Gram Panchayat of Silkhuri Bas is Chilkirhat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Silkhuri Bas?
The pincode of Silkhuri Bas is 736134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Silkhuri Bas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Silkhuri Bas is 2,175, with 1,088 males and 1,087 females.
How many households are there in Silkhuri Bas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Silkhuri Bas village has a total of 515 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silkhuri Bas as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Silkhuri Bas is 64.37%. The male literacy rate is 71.05%, while the female literacy rate is 57.68%.