Silpunji
Silpunji is a village located in Baria tehsil of Kendujhar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Baria (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Kendujhar. As per 2009 stats, Chandrasekharpur is the gram panchayat of Silpunji village.
Silpunji has its own place in the vibrant Kendujhar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Silpunji
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Silpunji is 385575. The village spans a total geographical area of 197 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 758044. Kendujhar is nearest town to Silpunji village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 43km away.
When it comes to local governance, Silpunji village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Champua Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Silpunji
Population of Silpunji
Below is a concise population overview of Silpunji as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 567 | 280 | 287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 45 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 215 | 108 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 340 | 193 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 87 | 140 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Silpunji village:
- The total population of Silpunji village is around 567, including approximately 280 males and 287 females, with a sex ratio of 1025 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 92 children aged 0–6 years in Silpunji village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Silpunji village has 16 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 215 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Silpunji village is about 59.96%, with male literacy at 68.93% and female literacy at 51.22%.
- There are around 132 households in Silpunji village.
Connectivity of Silpunji
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Silpunji. As per the 2011 stats, Silpunji had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Silpunji
Knowing the nearby villages of Silpunji helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Silpunji.
Frequently Asked Questions about Silpunji
- Where is Silpunji located?
- Silpunji village is situated in Baria Tehsil, within the Kendujhar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Silpunji?
- The Gram Panchayat of Silpunji is Chandrasekharpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Silpunji?
- The pincode of Silpunji is 758044, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Silpunji as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Silpunji is 567, with 280 males and 287 females.
- How many households are there in Silpunji as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Silpunji village has a total of 132 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Silpunji as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Silpunji is 59.96%. The male literacy rate is 68.93%, while the female literacy rate is 51.22%.