Shiling

Shiling is a village located in Potka subdivision of Purbi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Potka (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Jamshedpur. As per 2009 stats, Tangrain is the gram panchayat of Shiling village.

Shiling has its own place in the vibrant Purbi Singhbhum 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 Shiling

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shiling is 363866. The village spans a total geographical area of 283 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 831002. Potka is nearest town to Shiling village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Shiling

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 569 283 286
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 102 44 58
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 450 227 223
Literate Population 298 191 107
Illiterate Population 271 92 179

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

  • The total population of Shiling village is around 569, including approximately 283 males and 286 females, with a sex ratio of 1010 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 102 children aged 0–6 years in Shiling village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shiling village has 450 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Shiling village is about 52.37%, with male literacy at 67.49% and female literacy at 37.41%.
  • There are around 109 households in Shiling village.

Connectivity of Shiling

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shiling. As per the 2011 stats, Shiling had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Shiling

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Shiling

Where is Shiling located?
Shiling village is situated in Potka Subdivision, within the Purbi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shiling?
The Gram Panchayat of Shiling is Tangrain (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shiling?
The pincode of Shiling is 831002, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shiling as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shiling is 569, with 283 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Shiling as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shiling village has a total of 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shiling as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shiling is 52.37%. The male literacy rate is 67.49%, while the female literacy rate is 37.41%.