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
According to the 2011 Census, Shawsol village had a total population of 295 people, including 139 males and 156 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 1,122 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.75%, with male literacy at 41.03% and female literacy at 13.49%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 295.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 295 | 139 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 22 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 295, including 139 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Shawsol?
Shawsol had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shawsol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shawsol was 26.75%. Male literacy was 41.03% and female literacy was 13.49%.