Shimlagar

Shimlagar is a village located in Gangajalghati subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.5km away from sub-district headquarter Amarkanan. Bankura is the district headquarter of Shimlagar village. As per 2009 stats, Pirraboni is the gram panchayat of Shimlagar village.

Shimlagar 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 Shimlagar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shimlagar is 326339. The village spans a total geographical area of 52.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722203. Bankura is nearest town to Shimlagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.

When it comes to local governance, Shimlagar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Barjora Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bishnupur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Shimlagar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 502 263 239
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 68 37 31
Scheduled Castes (SC) 158 83 75
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 274 172 102
Illiterate Population 228 91 137

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

  • The total population of Shimlagar village is around 502, including approximately 263 males and 239 females, with a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 68 children aged 0–6 years in Shimlagar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shimlagar village has 158 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shimlagar village is about 54.58%, with male literacy at 65.40% and female literacy at 42.68%.
  • There are around 98 households in Shimlagar village.

Connectivity of Shimlagar

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Shimlagar

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

Radha Krishnapur Kantabani Gopinathpur Maldanga Tentulia Danga Bhatla Para Menjua Abhirampur Srirampur Tilasuli Bhaluka Pahari

Frequently Asked Questions about Shimlagar

Where is Shimlagar located?
Shimlagar village is situated in Gangajalghati Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shimlagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Shimlagar is Pirraboni (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shimlagar?
The pincode of Shimlagar is 722203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shimlagar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shimlagar is 502, with 263 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Shimlagar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shimlagar village has a total of 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shimlagar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shimlagar is 54.58%. The male literacy rate is 65.40%, while the female literacy rate is 42.68%.