Silpatpura - Chandla, Chhatarpur
Silpatpura is a village situated in the Chandla tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 39 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandla and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Bhaira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silpatpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silpatpura is 457657. The village covers a total geographical area of 534.69 hectares and falls under the 471515 pincode. Chandla is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Silpatpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khajuraho Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silpatpura
According to the 2011 Census, Silpatpura village had a total population of 1,156 people, including 618 males and 538 females, living in 238 households. The sex ratio was 871 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.95%, with male literacy at 68.95% and female literacy at 38.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 243.
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 | 1,156 | 618 | 538 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 93 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 243 | 117 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 533 | 362 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 623 | 256 | 367 |
Nearby Villages of Silpatpura
Silpatpura is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Silpatpura
Silpatpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandla to Silpatpura is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Silpatpura is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silpatpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silpatpura 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 Silpatpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silpatpura 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 Silpatpura
Where is Silpatpura located?
Silpatpura village is located in Chandla Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Silpatpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Silpatpura is Bhaira.
What is the pincode of Silpatpura?
The pincode of Silpatpura is 471515.
What is the population of Silpatpura?
Silpatpura had a total population of 1,156, including 618 males and 538 females.
How many households are there in Silpatpura?
Silpatpura had 238 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silpatpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silpatpura was 54.95%. Male literacy was 68.95% and female literacy was 38.43%.