Silphor - Chandankiyari, Bokaro
Silphor is a village situated in the Chandankiyari subdivision of Bokaro district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandankiyari and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bokaro. Silfor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silphor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silphor is 362787. The village covers a total geographical area of 392.2 hectares and falls under the 828134 pincode. Bokaro is the nearest town.
Silphor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Silphor
According to the 2011 Census, Silphor village had a total population of 3,161 people, including 1,598 males and 1,563 females, living in 605 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.83%, with male literacy at 77.27% and female literacy at 50.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,260, 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 | 3,161 | 1,598 | 1,563 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 529 | 265 | 264 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,260 | 655 | 605 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,680 | 1,030 | 650 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,481 | 568 | 913 |
Nearby Villages of Silphor
Silphor is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Fatepur | South-East | 1.26 km |
| Talgaria | South | 1.26 km |
| Gansadih | North | 1.62 km |
| Jatudih | North | 1.80 km |
| Birajdi | South | 1.89 km |
| Nayaban Alias Pabratanr | West | 1.90 km |
| Jarma | North-East | 1.96 km |
| Tetengabad | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Karadi | South-East | 2.27 km |
| Karitanr | North-West | 2.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Silphor
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Silphor. The nearest railway station is Talgaria, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bokaro to Silphor is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silphor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silphor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Silphor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silphor 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 Silphor
Where is Silphor located?
Silphor village is located in Chandankiyari Subdivision, Bokaro district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Silphor?
The Gram Panchayat of Silphor is Silfor.
What is the pincode of Silphor?
The pincode of Silphor is 828134.
What is the population of Silphor?
Silphor had a total population of 3,161, including 1,598 males and 1,563 females.
How many households are there in Silphor?
Silphor had 605 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silphor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silphor was 63.83%. Male literacy was 77.27% and female literacy was 50.04%.