Silaiput - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Silaiput is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrakonda and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Doraguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silaiput village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silaiput is 430635. The village covers a total geographical area of 393 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Silaiput village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silaiput
According to the 2011 Census, Silaiput village had a total population of 167 people, including 87 males and 80 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 28.57%, with male literacy at 48.53% and female literacy at 5.17%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 159.
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 | 167 | 87 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 159 | 82 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 33 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 54 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Silaiput
Silaiput is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Silaiput
Silaiput is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balimela to Silaiput is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Silaiput is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silaiput
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silaiput village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Silaiput
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silaiput village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Silaiput
Where is Silaiput located?
Silaiput village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silaiput?
The Gram Panchayat of Silaiput is Doraguda.
What is the pincode of Silaiput?
The pincode of Silaiput is 764052.
What is the population of Silaiput?
Silaiput had a total population of 167, including 87 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Silaiput?
Silaiput had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silaiput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silaiput was 28.57%. Male literacy was 48.53% and female literacy was 5.17%.