Silpur
Silpur is a village located in Kotma tehsil of Anuppur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Kotma (tehsildar office) and 6km away from district headquarter Anuppur. As per 2009 stats, Silpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Silpur unique in its vibrant Kotma-Anuppur region. You’ll see Silpur’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 Silpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Silpur is 501732. The village spans a total geographical area of 316.85 hectares. Kotma is nearest town to Silpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Silpur 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 Anuppur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shahdol Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Silpur
Population of Silpur
According to the 2011 Census, Silpur has a total population of about 889, with approximately 431 males and 458 females. The sex ratio is around 1062 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 156 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 286 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 279. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.33%, with male literacy at about 55.45% and female literacy near 35.81%. There are around 236 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Silpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 889 | 431 | 458 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 75 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 286 | 142 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 279 | 136 | 143 |
| Literate Population | 403 | 239 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 486 | 192 | 294 |
Connectivity of Silpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Silpur. As per the 2011 stats, Silpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Silpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Silpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Silpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Silpur
- Where is Silpur located?
- Silpur village is situated in Kotma Tehsil, within the Anuppur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Silpur?
- Silpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Silpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Silpur is 889, with 431 males and 458 females.
- How many households are there in Silpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Silpur village has a total of 236 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Silpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Silpur is 45.33%. The male literacy rate is 55.45%, while the female literacy rate is 35.81%.