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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Silpar village has a total population of 377 people, consisting of 175 males and 202 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 1,154 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 236 literate and 141 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silpar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 377 | 175 | 202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| 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 has a total population of 377, including 175 males and 202 females.
How many households are there in Silpar?
There are 69 households in Silpar.
What is the literacy rate in Silpar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silpar is 62.60%. Male literacy is 72.57% and female literacy is 53.96%.