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
According to the 2011 Census, Silpur village had a total population of 889 people, including 431 males and 458 females, living in 236 households. The sex ratio was 1,063 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.98%, with male literacy at 67.13% and female literacy at 43.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 286, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 279.
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 | 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 had a total population of 889, including 431 males and 458 females.
How many households are there in Silpur?
Silpur had 236 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silpur was 54.98%. Male literacy was 67.13% and female literacy was 43.50%.