Shitla
Shitla is a village located in Barjora subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12.9km away from sub-district headquarter Barjora. Bankura is the district headquarter of Shitla village. As per 2009 stats, Sahajora is the gram panchayat of Shitla village.
Shitla has its own place in the vibrant Bankura 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 Shitla
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shitla is 327192. The village spans a total geographical area of 321.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722202. Durgapur is nearest town to Shitla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
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Population of Shitla
Below is a concise population overview of Shitla 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 | 2,248 | 1,156 | 1,092 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 273 | 140 | 133 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 845 | 446 | 399 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 120 | 58 | 62 |
Literate Population | 1,265 | 757 | 508 |
Illiterate Population | 983 | 399 | 584 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shitla village:
- The total population of Shitla village is around 2,248, including approximately 1,156 males and 1,092 females, with a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 273 children aged 0–6 years in Shitla village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shitla village has 845 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 120 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shitla village is about 56.27%, with male literacy at 65.48% and female literacy at 46.52%.
- There are around 490 households in Shitla village.
Connectivity of Shitla
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shitla. As per the 2011 stats, Shitla 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shitla
Knowing the nearby villages of Shitla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shitla.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shitla
- Where is Shitla located?
- Shitla village is situated in Barjora Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shitla?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shitla is Sahajora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shitla?
- The pincode of Shitla is 722202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shitla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shitla is 2,248, with 1,156 males and 1,092 females.
- How many households are there in Shitla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shitla village has a total of 490 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shitla as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shitla is 56.27%. The male literacy rate is 65.48%, while the female literacy rate is 46.52%.