Shashanga
Shashanga is a village located in Khandaghosh subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.1km away from sub-district headquarter Sagrai. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Shashanga village. As per 2009 stats, Shashanga village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shashanga unique in its vibrant Khandaghosh-Barddhaman region. You’ll see Shashanga’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shashanga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shashanga is 320904. The village spans a total geographical area of 373.74 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 713142. Burdwan is nearest town to Shashanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Shashanga
Population of Shashanga
According to the 2011 Census, Shashanga has a total population of about 2,333, with approximately 1,193 males and 1,140 females. The sex ratio is around 955 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 272 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,373 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 393. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.81%, with male literacy at about 56.92% and female literacy near 42.37%. There are around 531 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shashanga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,333 | 1,193 | 1,140 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 146 | 126 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,373 | 704 | 669 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 393 | 193 | 200 |
Literate Population | 1,162 | 679 | 483 |
Illiterate Population | 1,171 | 514 | 657 |
Connectivity of Shashanga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shashanga. As per the 2011 stats, Shashanga 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 village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shashanga
Knowing the nearby villages of Shashanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shashanga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shashanga
- Where is Shashanga located?
- Shashanga village is situated in Khandaghosh Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shashanga?
- Shashanga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shashanga?
- The pincode of Shashanga is 713142, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shashanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shashanga is 2,333, with 1,193 males and 1,140 females.
- How many households are there in Shashanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shashanga village has a total of 531 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shashanga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shashanga is 49.81%. The male literacy rate is 56.92%, while the female literacy rate is 42.37%.