Shaltora

Shaltora is a village located in Mejhia subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12.7km away from sub-district headquarter Mejhia. Bankura is the district headquarter of Shaltora village. As per 2009 stats, Kushtore is the gram panchayat of Shaltora village.

Shaltora 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 Shaltora

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shaltora is 326153. The village spans a total geographical area of 62.11 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722158. Raniganj is nearest town to Shaltora village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Shaltora

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 362 186 176
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 34 19 15
Scheduled Castes (SC) 276 139 137
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 160 101 59
Illiterate Population 202 85 117

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

  • The total population of Shaltora village is around 362, including approximately 186 males and 176 females, with a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 34 children aged 0–6 years in Shaltora village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shaltora village has 276 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shaltora village is about 44.20%, with male literacy at 54.30% and female literacy at 33.52%.
  • There are around 69 households in Shaltora village.

Connectivity of Shaltora

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

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

Nearby Villages of Shaltora

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

Maduarchak Jujghati Nabashan Moshnekonda Raydi Natshala Sitarampur Ranipur Mukundapur Benagarya Ramkrishnapur

Frequently Asked Questions about Shaltora

Where is Shaltora located?
Shaltora village is situated in Mejhia Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shaltora?
The Gram Panchayat of Shaltora is Kushtore (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shaltora?
The pincode of Shaltora is 722158, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shaltora as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shaltora is 362, with 186 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Shaltora as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shaltora village has a total of 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shaltora as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shaltora is 44.20%. The male literacy rate is 54.30%, while the female literacy rate is 33.52%.