Sillarpur - Karera, Shivpuri
Sillarpur is a village situated in the Karera tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karera and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Sillarpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sillarpur is 455672. The village covers a total geographical area of 1259.98 hectares and falls under the 473660 pincode. Karera is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Sillarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sillarpur
As per Census 2011, Sillarpur village has a total population of 2,944 people, consisting of 1,563 males and 1,381 females. The village has 551 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 432 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,467 literate and 1,477 illiterate residents. Additionally, 491 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 415 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sillarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,944 | 1,563 | 1,381 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 432 | 228 | 204 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 491 | 256 | 235 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 415 | 218 | 197 |
| Literate Population | 1,467 | 976 | 491 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,477 | 587 | 890 |
Nearby Villages of Sillarpur
Sillarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalothara | North-West | 2.13 km |
| Jujhai Karera | South-East | 2.50 km |
| Khairaghat | North | 3.90 km |
| Dumghana | North-West | 4.00 km |
| Rehargawan | South | 4.48 km |
| Shyopura | East | 5.71 km |
| Sirsod | South-West | 5.93 km |
| Bangwan | North | 5.94 km |
| Teela | East | 6.24 km |
| Sirsona | South | 6.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sillarpur
Sillarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khajraha, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Karera to Sillarpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Sillarpur is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sillarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sillarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sillarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sillarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sillarpur
Where is Sillarpur located?
Sillarpur village is located in Karera Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sillarpur?
Sillarpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sillarpur?
The pincode of Sillarpur is 473660.
What is the population of Sillarpur?
Sillarpur has a total population of 2,944, including 1,563 males and 1,381 females.
How many households are there in Sillarpur?
There are 551 households in Sillarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sillarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sillarpur is 49.83%. Male literacy is 62.44% and female literacy is 35.55%.