Shildag

Shildag is a village located in Chhatarpur subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Chhatarpur (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Medininagar. As per 2009 stats, Sildag is the gram panchayat of Shildag village.

Shildag has its own place in the vibrant Palamu 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 Shildag

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shildag is 365507. The village spans a total geographical area of 371 hectares. Chhatarpur is nearest town to Shildag village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Shildag

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,044 1,034 1,010
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 379 180 199
Scheduled Castes (SC) 523 261 262
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 933 476 457
Literate Population 901 563 338
Illiterate Population 1,143 471 672

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

  • The total population of Shildag village is around 2,044, including approximately 1,034 males and 1,010 females, with a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 379 children aged 0–6 years in Shildag village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shildag village has 523 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 933 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Shildag village is about 44.08%, with male literacy at 54.45% and female literacy at 33.47%.
  • There are around 386 households in Shildag village.

Connectivity of Shildag

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shildag. As per the 2011 stats, Shildag 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 within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Shildag

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Shildag

Where is Shildag located?
Shildag village is situated in Chhatarpur Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shildag?
The Gram Panchayat of Shildag is Sildag (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Shildag as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shildag is 2,044, with 1,034 males and 1,010 females.
How many households are there in Shildag as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shildag village has a total of 386 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shildag as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shildag is 44.08%. The male literacy rate is 54.45%, while the female literacy rate is 33.47%.