Silampur
Silampur is a village located in Shyampur I subdivision of Haora district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.3km away from sub-district headquarter Shyampur (tehsildar office) and 45.6km away from district headquarter Howrah. As per 2009 stats, Belari is the gram panchayat of Silampur village.
Silampur has its own place in the vibrant Haora region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Silampur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Silampur is 333158. The village spans a total geographical area of 119.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 711303. Uluberia is nearest town to Silampur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Silampur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Uluberia Dakshin Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Uluberia Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Silampur
Population of Silampur
Below is a concise population overview of Silampur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,352 | 1,193 | 1,159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 295 | 144 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 51 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,635 | 863 | 772 |
| Illiterate Population | 717 | 330 | 387 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Silampur village:
- The total population of Silampur village is around 2,352, including approximately 1,193 males and 1,159 females, with a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 295 children aged 0–6 years in Silampur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Silampur village has 104 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Silampur village is about 69.52%, with male literacy at 72.34% and female literacy at 66.61%.
- There are around 512 households in Silampur village.
Connectivity of Silampur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Silampur. As per the 2011 stats, Silampur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Silampur
Knowing the nearby villages of Silampur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Silampur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Silampur
- Where is Silampur located?
- Silampur village is situated in Shyampur I Subdivision, within the Haora district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Silampur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Silampur is Belari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Silampur?
- The pincode of Silampur is 711303, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Silampur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Silampur is 2,352, with 1,193 males and 1,159 females.
- How many households are there in Silampur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Silampur village has a total of 512 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Silampur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Silampur is 69.52%. The male literacy rate is 72.34%, while the female literacy rate is 66.61%.