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.
Shonsh 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Shonsh as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shonsh village:
- The total population of Shonsh village is around 1,378, including approximately 708 males and 670 females, with a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 223 children aged 0–6 years in Shonsh village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shonsh village has 548 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 121 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shonsh village is about 47.75%, with male literacy at 55.37% and female literacy at 39.70%.
- There are around 272 households in Shonsh village.
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%.