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.
Here you can discover what makes Silkhuri Bas unique in its vibrant Cooch Behar I-Koch Bihar region. You’ll see Silkhuri Bas’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Silkhuri Bas has a total population of about 2,175, with approximately 1,088 males and 1,087 females. The sex ratio is around 999 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 291 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,436 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.37%, with male literacy at about 71.05% and female literacy near 57.68%. There are around 515 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Silkhuri Bas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.