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.
Here you can discover what makes Shoal Bay unique in its vibrant Ferrargunj-South Andaman region. You’ll see Shoal Bay’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 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.
Google Map of Shoal Bay
Population of Shoal Bay
According to the 2011 Census, Shoal Bay has a total population of about 1,373, with approximately 715 males and 658 females. The sex ratio is around 920 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 152 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.18%, with male literacy at about 78.18% and female literacy near 74.01%. There are around 302 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shoal Bay's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.