Shonpur
About Shonpur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shonpur village is 320072. Shonpur village is located in Burdwan I subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.9km away from sub-district headquarter Burdwan. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Shonpur village. As per 2009 stats, Rayan Ii is the gram panchayat of Shonpur village.
The total geographical area of village is 281.22 hectares. Shonpur has a total population of 1,603 peoples, out of which male population is 805 while female population is 798. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 991 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shonpur village is 68.25% out of which 72.30% males and 64.16% females are literate. There are about 376 houses in shonpur village. Pincode of shonpur village locality is 713102.
When it comes to administration, Shonpur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Shonpur village comes under Burdwan Uttar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bardhaman - Durgapur Lok Sabha constituency. Burdwan is nearest town to shonpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
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Population of Shonpur
The population details of Shonpur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,603 | 805 | 798 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 151 | 75 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 602 | 297 | 305 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,094 | 582 | 512 |
| Illiterate Population | 509 | 223 | 286 |
Connectivity of Shonpur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shonpur
Where is Shonpur located?
Shonpur village is situated in Burdwan I Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shonpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shonpur is Rayan Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shonpur?
The pincode of Shonpur is 713102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shonpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shonpur is 1,603, with 805 males and 798 females.
How many households are there in Shonpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shonpur village has a total of 376 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shonpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shonpur is 68.25%. The male literacy rate is 72.30%, while the female literacy rate is 64.16%.