Silpar - Jainti, Almora
Silpar is a village situated in the Jainti tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jainti and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Silpar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silpar is 053483. The village covers a total geographical area of 151.37 hectares and falls under the 263626 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Silpar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silpar
According to the 2011 Census, Silpar village had a total population of 377 people, including 175 males and 202 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 1,154 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.38%, with male literacy at 90.07% and female literacy at 64.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14.
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 | 377 | 175 | 202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 236 | 127 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 48 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Silpar
Silpar 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 Silpar
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Silpar.
| 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 Almora to Silpar is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silpar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silpar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Silpar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silpar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Silpar
Where is Silpar located?
Silpar village is located in Jainti Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Silpar?
Silpar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Silpar?
The pincode of Silpar is 263626.
What is the population of Silpar?
Silpar had a total population of 377, including 175 males and 202 females.
How many households are there in Silpar?
Silpar had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silpar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silpar was 76.38%. Male literacy was 90.07% and female literacy was 64.88%.