Shilpi - Chunar, Mirzapur
Shilpi is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Shilpi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shilpi is 212382. The village covers a total geographical area of 186.98 hectares and falls under the 231306 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Shilpi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chunar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mirzapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shilpi
According to the 2011 Census, Shilpi village had a total population of 1,047 people, including 563 males and 484 females, living in 186 households. The sex ratio was 860 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.82%, with male literacy at 69.98% and female literacy at 41.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 678.
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 | 1,047 | 563 | 484 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 90 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 678 | 364 | 314 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 504 | 331 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 543 | 232 | 311 |
Nearby Villages of Shilpi
Shilpi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Meghupur | North-West | 0.92 km |
| Lalpur | East | 1.11 km |
| Jogi Bhogi Khurd | North | 1.17 km |
| Bhualpur | North-West | 1.24 km |
| Araji Dhaurahra Misir | South-West | 1.27 km |
| Dhaurahra | South | 1.52 km |
| Jogi Bhogi Kalan | North | 1.54 km |
| Araji Dhaurahra Chaubey | South-West | 1.75 km |
| Samaspur | South-East | 1.84 km |
| Bitthalpur | North-West | 1.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shilpi
Shilpi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chunar, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Varanasi to Shilpi is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mirzapur to Shilpi is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shilpi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shilpi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shilpi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shilpi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shilpi
Where is Shilpi located?
Shilpi village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shilpi?
Shilpi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shilpi?
The pincode of Shilpi is 231306.
What is the population of Shilpi?
Shilpi had a total population of 1,047, including 563 males and 484 females.
How many households are there in Shilpi?
Shilpi had 186 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shilpi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shilpi was 56.82%. Male literacy was 69.98% and female literacy was 41.79%.