Silpur - Kotma, Anuppur
Silpur is a village situated in the Kotma tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotma and around 6 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Silpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silpur is 501732. The village covers a total geographical area of 316.85 hectares and falls under the 484334 pincode. Kotma is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Silpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silpur
As per Census 2011, Silpur village has a total population of 889 people, consisting of 431 males and 458 females. The village has 236 households and a sex ratio of 1,062 females per 1,000 males. There are 156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 403 literate and 486 illiterate residents. Additionally, 286 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 279 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silpur are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Silpur
Silpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Urtan | North | 1.80 km |
| Lalpur | North-East | 2.22 km |
| Kamran Tola | North-West | 2.72 km |
| Gadhi | South-East | 2.93 km |
| Nigwani | East | 3.27 km |
| Lama Tola | South | 3.61 km |
| Saranggarh | North-East | 3.87 km |
| Chapani | West | 4.27 km |
| Keshori | West | 4.86 km |
| Chaka | North | 4.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Silpur
Silpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kotma, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 116.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kotma to Silpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Silpur is about 6 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Silpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silpur 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 Silpur
Where is Silpur located?
Silpur village is located in Kotma Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silpur?
Silpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Silpur?
The pincode of Silpur is 484334.
What is the population of Silpur?
Silpur has a total population of 889, including 431 males and 458 females.
How many households are there in Silpur?
There are 236 households in Silpur.
What is the literacy rate in Silpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silpur is 45.33%. Male literacy is 55.45% and female literacy is 35.81%.