Silimpur - Kushmundi, Dakshin Dinajpur
Silimpur is a village situated in the Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 20.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushmundi and around 92.7 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Beroil serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silimpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silimpur is 310369. The village covers a total geographical area of 110.75 hectares and falls under the 733132 pincode. Kaliajong is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Silimpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Silimpur
According to the 2011 Census, Silimpur village had a total population of 362 people, including 176 males and 186 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 1,057 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.64%, with male literacy at 86.06% and female literacy at 69.28%.
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 | 362 | 176 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 11 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 257 | 142 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 34 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Silimpur
Silimpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ranipur | North-East | 0.29 km |
| Cherapara | North-East | 0.94 km |
| Bahirdhanjor | South-East | 0.99 km |
| Ekdala Bahirhata | West | 1.25 km |
| Domnhar | North-West | 1.32 km |
| Kharikadighi | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Baramahar | South-West | 2.04 km |
| Berail | North | 2.08 km |
| Bagulahar | East | 2.33 km |
| Deulabari | North-East | 2.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Silimpur
Public transport in the Silimpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Buniadpur, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.7 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kaliajong to Silimpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Silimpur is about 92.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silimpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silimpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Silimpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silimpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Silimpur
Where is Silimpur located?
Silimpur village is located in Kushmundi Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silimpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Silimpur is Beroil.
What is the pincode of Silimpur?
The pincode of Silimpur is 733132.
What is the population of Silimpur?
Silimpur had a total population of 362, including 176 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Silimpur?
Silimpur had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silimpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silimpur was 77.64%. Male literacy was 86.06% and female literacy was 69.28%.