Shilphor - Chas, Bokaro
Shilphor is a village situated in the Chas subdivision of Bokaro district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chas and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Bokaro. Babudih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shilphor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shilphor is 362678. The village covers a total geographical area of 475.49 hectares and falls under the 827013 pincode.
Shilphor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandankyari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhanbad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shilphor
As per Census 2011, Shilphor village has a total population of 2,368 people, consisting of 1,196 males and 1,172 females. The village has 430 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 423 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,249 literate and 1,119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 470 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shilphor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,368 | 1,196 | 1,172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 423 | 197 | 226 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 470 | 225 | 245 |
| Literate Population | 1,249 | 781 | 468 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,119 | 415 | 704 |
Nearby Villages of Shilphor
Shilphor 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dabarbahal | West | 1.32 km |
| Dudigagar | North-West | 1.42 km |
| Tiara | North | 2.29 km |
| Mohoda | West | 2.37 km |
| Andharteliya | North-West | 2.61 km |
| Kushma | North-West | 2.73 km |
| Punrru | South | 2.91 km |
| Turidi | South-West | 3.14 km |
| Bindabanpur | East | 3.16 km |
| Sabna | North-East | 3.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shilphor
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Shilphor. The nearest railway station is Talgaria, while the nearest airport is Bokaro Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 10.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Bokaro to Shilphor is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shilphor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shilphor 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shilphor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shilphor 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 Shilphor
Where is Shilphor located?
Shilphor village is located in Chas Subdivision, Bokaro district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shilphor?
The Gram Panchayat of Shilphor is Babudih.
What is the pincode of Shilphor?
The pincode of Shilphor is 827013.
What is the population of Shilphor?
Shilphor has a total population of 2,368, including 1,196 males and 1,172 females.
How many households are there in Shilphor?
There are 430 households in Shilphor.
What is the literacy rate in Shilphor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shilphor is 52.74%. Male literacy is 65.30% and female literacy is 39.93%.