Silampur - Ramnagar - II, Purba Medinipur
Silampur is a village situated in the Ramnagar - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Kalindi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silampur is 347094. The village covers a total geographical area of 786.36 hectares and falls under the 721455 pincode. Digha is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Silampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Silampur
According to the 2011 Census, Silampur village had a total population of 963 people, including 484 males and 479 females, living in 169 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.91%, with male literacy at 81.55% and female literacy at 68.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 64, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 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 |
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.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digha to Silampur is about 11 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 | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Silampur
Where is Silampur located?
Silampur village is located in Ramnagar - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Silampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Silampur is Kalindi.
What is the pincode of Silampur?
The pincode of Silampur is 721455.
What is the population of Silampur?
Silampur had a total population of 963, including 484 males and 479 females.
How many households are there in Silampur?
Silampur had 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silampur was 74.91%. Male literacy was 81.55% and female literacy was 68.08%.