Silpahri
Silpahri is a village located in Bilha tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Bilha (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Silpahari is the gram panchayat of Silpahri village.
Silpahri has its own place in the vibrant Bilaspur 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 Silpahri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Silpahri is 438950. The village spans a total geographical area of 417.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495004. Bilaspur is nearest town to Silpahri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Silpahri village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Mungeli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Silpahri
Population of Silpahri
Below is a concise population overview of Silpahri as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,688 | 1,356 | 1,332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 455 | 217 | 238 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 738 | 371 | 367 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 101 | 56 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 1,349 | 837 | 512 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,339 | 519 | 820 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Silpahri village:
- The total population of Silpahri village is around 2,688, including approximately 1,356 males and 1,332 females, with a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 455 children aged 0–6 years in Silpahri village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Silpahri village has 738 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 101 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Silpahri village is about 50.19%, with male literacy at 61.73% and female literacy at 38.44%.
- There are around 548 households in Silpahri village.
Connectivity of Silpahri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Silpahri. As per the 2011 stats, Silpahri had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Silpahri
Knowing the nearby villages of Silpahri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Silpahri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Silpahri
- Where is Silpahri located?
- Silpahri village is situated in Bilha Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Silpahri?
- The Gram Panchayat of Silpahri is Silpahari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Silpahri?
- The pincode of Silpahri is 495004, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Silpahri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Silpahri is 2,688, with 1,356 males and 1,332 females.
- How many households are there in Silpahri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Silpahri village has a total of 548 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Silpahri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Silpahri is 50.19%. The male literacy rate is 61.73%, while the female literacy rate is 38.44%.