Silpur - Gossaigaon (Pt), Kokrajhar
Silpur is a village situated in the Gossaigaon (Pt) subdivision of Kokrajhar district, Assam. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gossaigaon and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Kokrajhar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silpur is 279780. The village covers a total geographical area of 232.763 hectares and falls under the 783360 pincode. Gossaigaon is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Silpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Gossaigaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kokrajhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silpur
According to the 2011 Census, Silpur village had a total population of 684 people, including 346 males and 338 females, living in 132 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.61%, with male literacy at 64.38% and female literacy at 52.45%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 70.
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 | 684 | 346 | 338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 40 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 37 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 347 | 197 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 337 | 149 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Silpur
Silpur 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 Silpur
Public transport in the Silpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Silpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gossaigaon to Silpur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kokrajhar to Silpur 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 Silpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Silpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Silpur
Where is Silpur located?
Silpur village is located in Gossaigaon (Pt) Subdivision, Kokrajhar district, Assam, India.
What is the pincode of Silpur?
The pincode of Silpur is 783360.
What is the population of Silpur?
Silpur had a total population of 684, including 346 males and 338 females.
How many households are there in Silpur?
Silpur had 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silpur was 58.61%. Male literacy was 64.38% and female literacy was 52.45%.