Silapas - Kashipur, Rayagada
Silapas is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Andirakanch and around 100 km from Rayagada . Kodipari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silapas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silapas is 426029. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 103 km away.
Silapas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silapas
According to the 2011 Census, Silapas village had a total population of 333 people, including 164 males and 169 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 1,030 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.23%, with male literacy at 45.53% and female literacy at 24.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 333.
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 | 333 | 164 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 41 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 333 | 164 | 169 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 56 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 108 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Silapas
Silapas 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 Silapas
Public transport in the Silapas is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Rayagada to Silapas is about 103 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Silapas is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silapas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silapas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Silapas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silapas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Silapas
Where is Silapas located?
Silapas village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Silapas?
The Gram Panchayat of Silapas is Kodipari.
What is the pincode of Silapas?
The pincode of Silapas is 765015.
What is the population of Silapas?
Silapas had a total population of 333, including 164 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Silapas?
Silapas had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silapas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silapas was 34.23%. Male literacy was 45.53% and female literacy was 24.09%.