Silap - Gaurihar, Chhatarpur
Silap is a village situated in the Gaurihar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaurihar and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Silap village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silap is 457444. The village covers a total geographical area of 1640.99 hectares and falls under the 471516 pincode. Laundi is the nearest town.
Silap 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 Silap
According to the 2011 Census, Silap village had a total population of 3,753 people, including 1,973 males and 1,780 females, living in 819 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.64%, with male literacy at 68.14% and female literacy at 48.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,277.
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 | 3,753 | 1,973 | 1,780 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 656 | 341 | 315 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,277 | 679 | 598 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,816 | 1,112 | 704 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,937 | 861 | 1,076 |
Nearby Villages of Silap
Silap 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nidhauli | East | 2.93 km |
| Khaddi | South-West | 3.14 km |
| Ishwarpur | North | 4.15 km |
| Sisolar | North-West | 4.19 km |
| Judipur | East | 5.05 km |
| Thakurra | South-East | 5.63 km |
| Padwar | East | 5.72 km |
| Jaibaran | West | 5.73 km |
| Pahra | North | 5.90 km |
| Kitpura | South | 5.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Silap
Silap is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mataundh, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chhatarpur to Silap is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silap
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silap 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Silap
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silap 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Silap
Where is Silap located?
Silap village is located in Gaurihar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Silap?
Silap is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Silap?
The pincode of Silap is 471516.
What is the population of Silap?
Silap had a total population of 3,753, including 1,973 males and 1,780 females.
How many households are there in Silap?
Silap had 819 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silap?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silap was 58.64%. Male literacy was 68.14% and female literacy was 48.05%.