Silampur
Silampur is a village located in Ramnagar Ii subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Baisai are the district & sub-district headquarters of Silampur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kalindi 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 347094. The village spans a total geographical area of 786.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721455. Digha is nearest town to Silampur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km 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 | 963 | 484 | 479 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 72 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 36 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 609 | 336 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 354 | 148 | 206 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Silampur village:
- The total population of Silampur village is around 963, including approximately 484 males and 479 females, with a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 150 children aged 0–6 years in Silampur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Silampur village has 64 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 5 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Silampur village is about 63.24%, with male literacy at 69.42% and female literacy at 56.99%.
- There are around 169 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 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 Ramnagar Ii Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Silampur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Silampur is Kalindi (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 721455, 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 963, with 484 males and 479 females.
- How many households are there in Silampur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Silampur village has a total of 169 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Silampur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Silampur is 63.24%. The male literacy rate is 69.42%, while the female literacy rate is 56.99%.