Silphili - Pratappur, Surajpur
Silphili is a village situated in the Pratappur tehsil of Surajpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from Pratappur and around 45 km from Ambikapur. Silphili village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silphili is 432272. The village covers a total geographical area of 591.17 hectares and falls under the 497223 pincode. Pratappur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Silphili village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Silphili
As per Census 2011, Silphili village has a total population of 1,052 people, consisting of 517 males and 535 females. The village has 262 households and a sex ratio of 1,034 females per 1,000 males. There are 192 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 480 literate and 572 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 746 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silphili are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,052 | 517 | 535 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 90 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 746 | 360 | 386 |
| Literate Population | 480 | 291 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 572 | 226 | 346 |
Nearby Villages of Silphili
Silphili 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 Silphili
Silphili is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pratappur to Silphili is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Silphili is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silphili
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silphili village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Silphili
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silphili village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Silphili
Where is Silphili located?
Silphili village is located in Pratappur Tehsil, Surajpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silphili?
Silphili is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Silphili?
The pincode of Silphili is 497223.
What is the population of Silphili?
Silphili has a total population of 1,052, including 517 males and 535 females.
How many households are there in Silphili?
There are 262 households in Silphili.
What is the literacy rate in Silphili?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silphili is 45.63%. Male literacy is 56.29% and female literacy is 35.33%.