Silampur - Contai - I, Purba Medinipur
Silampur is a village situated in the Contai - I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Dulalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silampur is 346093. The village covers a total geographical area of 222.15 hectares and falls under the 721450 pincode. Contai is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Silampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Silampur
According to the 2011 Census, Silampur village had a total population of 2,032 people, including 1,048 males and 984 females, living in 394 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.51%, with male literacy at 95.68% and female literacy at 86.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 68.
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 | 2,032 | 1,048 | 984 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 207 | 98 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,670 | 909 | 761 |
| Illiterate Population | 362 | 139 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Silampur
Silampur 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 Silampur
Silampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Silampur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Contai to Silampur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Silampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Silampur
Where is Silampur located?
Silampur village is located in Contai - I Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Silampur is Dulalpur.
What is the pincode of Silampur?
The pincode of Silampur is 721450.
What is the population of Silampur?
Silampur had a total population of 2,032, including 1,048 males and 984 females.
How many households are there in Silampur?
Silampur had 394 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silampur was 91.51%. Male literacy was 95.68% and female literacy was 86.97%.