Shalihan

Shalihan is a village located in Onda subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.1km away from sub-district headquarter Onda. Bankura is the district headquarter of Shalihan village. As per 2009 stats, Santore is the gram panchayat of Shalihan village.

Shalihan 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 Shalihan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shalihan is 328429. The village spans a total geographical area of 157.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722144. Bankura is nearest town to Shalihan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Shalihan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,708 900 808
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 178 86 92
Scheduled Castes (SC) 652 346 306
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 131 63 68
Literate Population 965 589 376
Illiterate Population 743 311 432

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

  • The total population of Shalihan village is around 1,708, including approximately 900 males and 808 females, with a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 178 children aged 0–6 years in Shalihan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shalihan village has 652 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 131 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Shalihan village is about 56.50%, with male literacy at 65.44% and female literacy at 46.53%.
  • There are around 385 households in Shalihan village.

Connectivity of Shalihan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shalihan. As per the 2011 stats, Shalihan 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Shalihan

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Shalihan

Where is Shalihan located?
Shalihan village is situated in Onda Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shalihan?
The Gram Panchayat of Shalihan is Santore (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shalihan?
The pincode of Shalihan is 722144, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shalihan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shalihan is 1,708, with 900 males and 808 females.
How many households are there in Shalihan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shalihan village has a total of 385 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shalihan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shalihan is 56.50%. The male literacy rate is 65.44%, while the female literacy rate is 46.53%.