Shilampur

Shilampur is a village located in Contai I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Contai are the district & sub-district headquarters of Shilampur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Dulalpur is the gram panchayat of Shilampur village.

Shilampur has its own place in the vibrant Purba Medinipur 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 Shilampur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shilampur is 346244. The village spans a total geographical area of 33.67 hectares. Contai is nearest town to Shilampur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

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Population of Shilampur

Below is a concise population overview of Shilampur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 166 87 79
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 23 11 12
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 139 74 65
Illiterate Population 27 13 14

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shilampur village:

  • The total population of Shilampur village is around 166, including approximately 87 males and 79 females, with a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 23 children aged 0–6 years in Shilampur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Shilampur village is about 83.73%, with male literacy at 85.06% and female literacy at 82.28%.
  • There are around 45 households in Shilampur village.

Connectivity of Shilampur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shilampur. As per the 2011 stats, Shilampur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Shilampur

Knowing the nearby villages of Shilampur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shilampur.

Karanji Dakshin Gobinda Pur Sujanbhunia Bar Raghu Sardar Bar Purba Ram Chandra Pur Shilampur Bachhipur Bar Narayanpur Maharampur Baguran Jalpai Baguran

Frequently Asked Questions about Shilampur

Where is Shilampur located?
Shilampur village is situated in Contai I Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shilampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shilampur is Dulalpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Shilampur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shilampur is 166, with 87 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Shilampur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shilampur village has a total of 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shilampur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shilampur is 83.73%. The male literacy rate is 85.06%, while the female literacy rate is 82.28%.