Silingpur - Talode, Nandurbar
Silingpur is a village situated in the Talode tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talode and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Silingpur Old serves as the Village Panchayat for Silingpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silingpur is 525429. The village covers a total geographical area of 574.14 hectares and falls under the 425413 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Silingpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silingpur
According to the 2011 Census, Silingpur village had a total population of 1,790 people, including 932 males and 858 females, living in 364 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.90%, with male literacy at 90.04% and female literacy at 77.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,586.
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 | 1,790 | 932 | 858 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 139 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,586 | 818 | 768 |
| Literate Population | 1,292 | 714 | 578 |
| Illiterate Population | 498 | 218 | 280 |
Nearby Villages of Silingpur
Silingpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sawarpada | North-West | 1.52 km |
| Chhotadhanpur | South | 1.56 km |
| Ranipur | North-West | 2.34 km |
| Nyuban | East | 2.55 km |
| Pratappur | South-West | 2.65 km |
| Mohida | South | 3.46 km |
| Bandhare | North-West | 3.48 km |
| Kalamsare | South-East | 3.95 km |
| Gopalpur | West | 4.21 km |
| Ashte Tarfe Borad | South-East | 4.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Silingpur
Silingpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Choupale, while the nearest airport is Vadodara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talode to Silingpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Silingpur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silingpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silingpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Silingpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silingpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Silingpur
Where is Silingpur located?
Silingpur village is located in Talode Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Silingpur?
The Village Panchayat of Silingpur is Silingpur Old.
What is the pincode of Silingpur?
The pincode of Silingpur is 425413.
What is the population of Silingpur?
Silingpur had a total population of 1,790, including 932 males and 858 females.
How many households are there in Silingpur?
Silingpur had 364 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silingpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silingpur was 83.90%. Male literacy was 90.04% and female literacy was 77.38%.