Silampur
Silampur 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 Silampur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Majilapur is the gram panchayat of Silampur village.
Silampur 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 Silampur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Silampur is 346093. The village spans a total geographical area of 222.15 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721450. Contai is nearest town to Silampur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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 | 2,032 | 1,048 | 984 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 207 | 98 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,670 | 909 | 761 |
| Illiterate Population | 362 | 139 | 223 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Silampur village:
- The total population of Silampur village is around 2,032, including approximately 1,048 males and 984 females, with a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 207 children aged 0–6 years in Silampur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Silampur village has 68 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Silampur village is about 82.19%, with male literacy at 86.74% and female literacy at 77.34%.
- There are around 394 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| 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 Contai I Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Silampur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Silampur is Majilapur (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 721450, 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 2,032, with 1,048 males and 984 females.
- How many households are there in Silampur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Silampur village has a total of 394 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Silampur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Silampur is 82.19%. The male literacy rate is 86.74%, while the female literacy rate is 77.34%.