Silpura - Khaniyadhana, Shivpuri
Silpura is a village situated in the Khaniyadhana tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khaniyadhana and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Silpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silpura is 456356. The village covers a total geographical area of 1247.49 hectares and falls under the 473990 pincode. Khaniyadhana is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Silpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pichhore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silpura
As per Census 2011, Silpura village has a total population of 2,811 people, consisting of 1,516 males and 1,295 females. The village has 647 households and a sex ratio of 854 females per 1,000 males. There are 514 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,000 literate and 1,811 illiterate residents. Additionally, 583 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 653 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,811 | 1,516 | 1,295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 514 | 288 | 226 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 583 | 319 | 264 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 653 | 343 | 310 |
| Literate Population | 1,000 | 688 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,811 | 828 | 983 |
Nearby Villages of Silpura
Silpura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gorbar | West | 2.47 km |
| Pothyai | South-West | 2.95 km |
| Chamrauwa | East | 3.29 km |
| Odi | North-West | 3.71 km |
| Kundauli | South | 4.61 km |
| Neemkheda | North-West | 4.95 km |
| Nadanwara | South | 5.26 km |
| Mudiya | South-West | 5.66 km |
| Nohra | South-East | 5.97 km |
| Bamaur Achhroni | East | 5.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Silpura
Silpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Matatila, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khaniyadhana to Silpura is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Silpura 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 Silpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silpura 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Silpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silpura 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Silpura
Where is Silpura located?
Silpura village is located in Khaniyadhana Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silpura?
Silpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Silpura?
The pincode of Silpura is 473990.
What is the population of Silpura?
Silpura has a total population of 2,811, including 1,516 males and 1,295 females.
How many households are there in Silpura?
There are 647 households in Silpura.
What is the literacy rate in Silpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silpura is 35.57%. Male literacy is 45.38% and female literacy is 24.09%.