Shoal Bay (Rv) - Ferrargunj, South Andamans
Shoal Bay (Rv) is a village situated in the Ferrargunj taluka of South Andamans district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands. Shoal Bay serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shoal Bay (Rv) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shoal Bay (Rv) is 645440. The village covers a total geographical area of 787.46 hectares and falls under the 744206 pincode. Port Blair is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Shoal Bay (Rv) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shoal Bay (Rv)
According to the 2011 Census, Shoal Bay (Rv) village had a total population of 1,373 people, including 715 males and 658 females, living in 302 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.67%, with male literacy at 89.01% and female literacy at 82.12%.
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 | 1,373 | 715 | 658 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 87 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,046 | 559 | 487 |
| Illiterate Population | 327 | 156 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Shoal Bay (Rv)
Shoal Bay (Rv) 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 Shoal Bay (Rv)
Shoal Bay (Rv) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Port Blair to Shoal Bay (Rv) is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shoal Bay (Rv)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shoal Bay (Rv) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shoal Bay (Rv)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shoal Bay (Rv) 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 Shoal Bay (Rv)
Where is Shoal Bay (Rv) located?
Shoal Bay (Rv) village is located in Ferrargunj Taluka, South Andamans district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shoal Bay (Rv)?
The Gram Panchayat of Shoal Bay (Rv) is Shoal Bay.
What is the pincode of Shoal Bay (Rv)?
The pincode of Shoal Bay (Rv) is 744206.
What is the population of Shoal Bay (Rv)?
Shoal Bay (Rv) had a total population of 1,373, including 715 males and 658 females.
How many households are there in Shoal Bay (Rv)?
Shoal Bay (Rv) had 302 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shoal Bay (Rv)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shoal Bay (Rv) was 85.67%. Male literacy was 89.01% and female literacy was 82.12%.