Shian
About Shian
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shian village is 317849. Shian village is located in Bolpur Sriniketan subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.8km away from sub-district headquarter Sriniketan (tehsildar office) and 41.9km away from district headquarter Suri. As per 2009 stats, Sian Muluk is the gram panchayat of Shian village.
The total geographical area of village is 346.51 hectares. Shian has a total population of 2,106 peoples, out of which male population is 1,055 while female population is 1,051. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 996 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shian village is 48.81% out of which 52.70% males and 44.91% females are literate. There are about 484 houses in shian village. Pincode of shian village locality is 731204.
When it comes to administration, Shian 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, Shian village comes under Nanoor Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bolpur Lok Sabha constituency. Bolpur is nearest town to shian village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
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Population of Shian
The population details of Shian 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 | 2,106 | 1,055 | 1,051 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 279 | 138 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 541 | 281 | 260 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,028 | 556 | 472 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,078 | 499 | 579 |
Connectivity of Shian
| 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 Shian
Where is Shian located?
Shian village is situated in Bolpur Sriniketan Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shian?
The Gram Panchayat of Shian is Sian Muluk (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shian?
The pincode of Shian is 731204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shian as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shian is 2,106, with 1,055 males and 1,051 females.
How many households are there in Shian as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shian village has a total of 484 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shian as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shian is 48.81%. The male literacy rate is 52.70%, while the female literacy rate is 44.91%.