Uttar Silampur
Uttar Silampur is a village located in Egra Ii subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Balighai are the district & sub-district headquarters of Uttar Silampur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Basudevpur is the gram panchayat of Uttar Silampur village.
Here you can discover what makes Uttar Silampur unique in its vibrant Egra Ii-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Uttar Silampur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Uttar Silampur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Uttar Silampur is 346797. The village spans a total geographical area of 499.65 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721429. Egra is nearest town to Uttar Silampur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
When it comes to local governance, Uttar 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 Egra Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Medinipur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Uttar Silampur
Population of Uttar Silampur
According to the 2011 Census, Uttar Silampur has a total population of about 3,583, with approximately 1,883 males and 1,700 females. The sex ratio is around 902 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 363 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 537 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.44%, with male literacy at about 85.45% and female literacy near 74.88%. There are around 781 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Uttar Silampur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,583 | 1,883 | 1,700 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 363 | 203 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 537 | 282 | 255 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,882 | 1,609 | 1,273 |
| Illiterate Population | 701 | 274 | 427 |
Connectivity of Uttar Silampur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Uttar Silampur. As per the 2011 stats, Uttar 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Silampur
Knowing the nearby villages of Uttar Silampur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Uttar Silampur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Uttar Silampur
- Where is Uttar Silampur located?
- Uttar Silampur village is situated in Egra Ii Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Silampur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Silampur is Basudevpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Uttar Silampur?
- The pincode of Uttar Silampur is 721429, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Uttar Silampur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Uttar Silampur is 3,583, with 1,883 males and 1,700 females.
- How many households are there in Uttar Silampur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Uttar Silampur village has a total of 781 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Uttar Silampur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Uttar Silampur is 80.44%. The male literacy rate is 85.45%, while the female literacy rate is 74.88%.