Silpura - Karauli
Silpura is a village situated in the Karauli tehsil of Karauli district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 13 km from Karauli, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Gurla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silpura is 076658. The village covers a total geographical area of 314.36 hectares and falls under the 322241 pincode. Karauli is the nearest town, located about 13 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 Karauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karauli-Dholpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silpura
As per Census 2011, Silpura village has a total population of 480 people, consisting of 261 males and 219 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 839 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 297 literate and 183 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 440 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 480 | 261 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 38 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 440 | 239 | 201 |
| Literate Population | 297 | 197 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 64 | 119 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Balloopura | South-West | 1.53 km |
| Agarri | North-West | 1.77 km |
| Manchi | South-East | 1.85 km |
| Kashirampura | West | 1.98 km |
| Deeppura | South | 2.72 km |
| Gurla | West | 3.03 km |
| Palanpur | North-East | 3.09 km |
| Pahari Meeran | South-East | 3.13 km |
| Ruggapura | North-West | 3.22 km |
| Baseri | North | 3.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Silpura
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Silpura. The nearest railway station is Shri Mahabirji, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karauli to Silpura is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Silpura
Where is Silpura located?
Silpura village is located in Karauli Tehsil, Karauli district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Silpura is Gurla.
What is the pincode of Silpura?
The pincode of Silpura is 322241.
What is the population of Silpura?
Silpura has a total population of 480, including 261 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Silpura?
There are 85 households in Silpura.
What is the literacy rate in Silpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silpura is 61.88%. Male literacy is 75.48% and female literacy is 45.66%.