Silphor
Silphor is a village located in Chandankiyari subdivision of Bokaro district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Chandankiyari (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Bokaro. As per 2009 stats, Silfor is the gram panchayat of Silphor village.
Here you can discover what makes Silphor unique in its vibrant Chandankiyari-Bokaro region. You’ll see Silphor’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 Silphor
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Silphor is 362787. The village spans a total geographical area of 392.2 hectares. Bokaro is nearest town to Silphor village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Silphor
Population of Silphor
According to the 2011 Census, Silphor has a total population of about 3,161, with approximately 1,598 males and 1,563 females. The sex ratio is around 978 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 529 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,260 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.15%, with male literacy at about 64.46% and female literacy near 41.59%. There are around 605 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Silphor's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,161 | 1,598 | 1,563 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 529 | 265 | 264 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,260 | 655 | 605 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,680 | 1,030 | 650 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,481 | 568 | 913 |
Connectivity of Silphor
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Silphor. As per the 2011 stats, Silphor had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Silphor
Knowing the nearby villages of Silphor helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Silphor.
Frequently Asked Questions about Silphor
- Where is Silphor located?
- Silphor village is situated in Chandankiyari Subdivision, within the Bokaro district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Silphor?
- The Gram Panchayat of Silphor is Silfor (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Silphor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Silphor is 3,161, with 1,598 males and 1,563 females.
- How many households are there in Silphor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Silphor village has a total of 605 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Silphor as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Silphor is 53.15%. The male literacy rate is 64.46%, while the female literacy rate is 41.59%.