Shoal Bay

Shoal Bay is a village located in Ferrargunj tehsil of South Andaman district in Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India. Port Blair and Ferrargunj are the district & sub-district headquarters of Shoal Bay village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Shoal Bay village is also a gram panchayat.

Shoal Bay has its own place in the vibrant South Andaman 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 Shoal Bay

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shoal Bay is 645440. The village spans a total geographical area of 787.46 hectares. Port Blair is nearest town to Shoal Bay village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 57km away.

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Population of Shoal Bay

Below is a concise population overview of Shoal Bay as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,373 715 658
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 152 87 65
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,046 559 487
Illiterate Population 327 156 171

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shoal Bay village:

  • The total population of Shoal Bay village is around 1,373, including approximately 715 males and 658 females, with a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 152 children aged 0–6 years in Shoal Bay village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Shoal Bay village is about 76.18%, with male literacy at 78.18% and female literacy at 74.01%.
  • There are around 302 households in Shoal Bay village.

Connectivity of Shoal Bay

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shoal Bay. As per the 2011 stats, Shoal Bay had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Shoal Bay

Knowing the nearby villages of Shoal Bay helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shoal Bay.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Shoal Bay

Where is Shoal Bay located?
Shoal Bay village is situated in Ferrargunj Tehsil, within the South Andaman district of Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shoal Bay?
Shoal Bay serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Shoal Bay as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shoal Bay is 1,373, with 715 males and 658 females.
How many households are there in Shoal Bay as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shoal Bay village has a total of 302 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shoal Bay as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shoal Bay is 76.18%. The male literacy rate is 78.18%, while the female literacy rate is 74.01%.