Shilampur - Contai - I, Purba Medinipur
Shilampur is a village situated in the Contai - I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Majilapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shilampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shilampur is 346244. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.67 hectares and falls under the 721433 pincode. Contai is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Shilampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shilampur
According to the 2011 Census, Shilampur village had a total population of 166 people, including 87 males and 79 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 97.20%, with male literacy at 97.37% and female literacy at 97.01%.
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 | 166 | 87 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 139 | 74 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 13 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Shilampur
Shilampur 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 Shilampur
Shilampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Contai to Shilampur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shilampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shilampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shilampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shilampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shilampur
Where is Shilampur located?
Shilampur village is located in Contai - I Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shilampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shilampur is Majilapur.
What is the pincode of Shilampur?
The pincode of Shilampur is 721433.
What is the population of Shilampur?
Shilampur had a total population of 166, including 87 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Shilampur?
Shilampur had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shilampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shilampur was 97.20%. Male literacy was 97.37% and female literacy was 97.01%.