Shonsh
Shonsh is a village located in Nilambar Pitambarpur subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Medninagar (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter Medininagar (daltonganj). As per 2009 stats, Kurain Patra is the gram panchayat of Shonsh village.
Here you can discover what makes Shonsh unique in its vibrant Nilambar Pitambarpur-Palamu region. You’ll see Shonsh’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 Shonsh
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shonsh is 366523. The village spans a total geographical area of 294 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822126. Nilambar Pitambarpur is nearest town to Shonsh village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Shonsh
Population of Shonsh
According to the 2011 Census, Shonsh has a total population of about 1,378, with approximately 708 males and 670 females. The sex ratio is around 946 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 223 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 548 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 121. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.75%, with male literacy at about 55.37% and female literacy near 39.70%. There are around 272 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shonsh's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,378 | 708 | 670 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 223 | 120 | 103 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 548 | 288 | 260 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 121 | 65 | 56 |
Literate Population | 658 | 392 | 266 |
Illiterate Population | 720 | 316 | 404 |
Connectivity of Shonsh
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shonsh. As per the 2011 stats, Shonsh had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shonsh
Knowing the nearby villages of Shonsh helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shonsh.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shonsh
- Where is Shonsh located?
- Shonsh village is situated in Nilambar Pitambarpur Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shonsh?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shonsh is Kurain Patra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shonsh?
- The pincode of Shonsh is 822126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shonsh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shonsh is 1,378, with 708 males and 670 females.
- How many households are there in Shonsh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shonsh village has a total of 272 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shonsh as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shonsh is 47.75%. The male literacy rate is 55.37%, while the female literacy rate is 39.70%.