Silapani - Lakhipur, Goalpara
Silapani is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Goalpara district, Assam. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Goalpara. Faringapara-bapurvita serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silapani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silapani is 281962. The village covers a total geographical area of 143.9 hectares and falls under the 783120 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Silapani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Abhayapuri North Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barpeta Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silapani
According to the 2011 Census, Silapani village had a total population of 3,544 people, including 1,815 males and 1,729 females, living in 689 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.99%, with male literacy at 64.80% and female literacy at 54.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 322, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 3,544 | 1,815 | 1,729 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 602 | 298 | 304 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 322 | 169 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,765 | 983 | 782 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,779 | 832 | 947 |
Nearby Villages of Silapani
Silapani 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 Silapani
Silapani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Lakhipur to Silapani is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Goalpara to Silapani is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silapani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silapani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Silapani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silapani 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Silapani
Where is Silapani located?
Silapani village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Goalpara district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silapani?
The Gram Panchayat of Silapani is Faringapara-bapurvita.
What is the pincode of Silapani?
The pincode of Silapani is 783120.
What is the population of Silapani?
Silapani had a total population of 3,544, including 1,815 males and 1,729 females.
How many households are there in Silapani?
Silapani had 689 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silapani was 59.99%. Male literacy was 64.80% and female literacy was 54.88%.