Shawsol - Goilkera, West Singhbhum
Shawsol is a village situated in the Goilkera subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Goilkera and around 84 km from Chaibasa. Sarugara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shawsol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shawsol is 377020. The village covers a total geographical area of 100.82 hectares and falls under the 833103 pincode. Chakradharpur is the nearest town.
Shawsol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shawsol
As per Census 2011, Shawsol village has a total population of 295 people, consisting of 139 males and 156 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 1,122 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 65 literate and 230 illiterate residents. Additionally, 295 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shawsol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 295 | 139 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 22 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 295 | 139 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 48 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 230 | 91 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Shawsol
Shawsol is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kamsai | North-West | 1.28 km |
| Sarugara | South | 2.08 km |
| Tenda | South | 3.11 km |
| Banjira | South-West | 3.17 km |
| Chitir | South-East | 3.18 km |
| Katinkel | North-West | 3.28 km |
| Hututua | West | 3.42 km |
| Hindung | North-East | 3.51 km |
| Orenga | South-East | 3.95 km |
| Serengda | West | 4.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shawsol
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Shawsol. The nearest railway station is Mahadev Sal, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Shawsol is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shawsol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shawsol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shawsol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shawsol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shawsol
Where is Shawsol located?
Shawsol village is located in Goilkera Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shawsol?
The Gram Panchayat of Shawsol is Sarugara.
What is the pincode of Shawsol?
The pincode of Shawsol is 833103.
What is the population of Shawsol?
Shawsol has a total population of 295, including 139 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Shawsol?
There are 60 households in Shawsol.
What is the literacy rate in Shawsol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shawsol is 22.03%. Male literacy is 34.53% and female literacy is 10.90%.