Shibrautara - Dubrajpur, Birbhum
Shibrautara is a village situated in the Dubrajpur subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dubrajpur and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Paduma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shibrautara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shibrautara is 318283. The village covers a total geographical area of 225.08 hectares and falls under the 731124 pincode. Dubrajpur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Shibrautara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dubrajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shibrautara
As per Census 2011, Shibrautara village has a total population of 954 people, consisting of 485 males and 469 females. The village has 206 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 509 literate and 445 illiterate residents. Additionally, 473 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 173 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shibrautara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 954 | 485 | 469 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 49 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 473 | 245 | 228 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 173 | 92 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 509 | 291 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 445 | 194 | 251 |
Nearby Villages of Shibrautara
Shibrautara is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Barasalunchi | North-West | 1.11 km |
| Jatra | East | 1.29 km |
| Nejani | South | 1.34 km |
| Sekendarpur | South-West | 1.48 km |
| Chakamulia | South | 1.67 km |
| Sajina | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Renguni | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Chhota Salunchi | North | 1.80 km |
| Paratpur | North-West | 1.87 km |
| Naoadangal | South-East | 2.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shibrautara
Shibrautara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chinpai, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dubrajpur to Shibrautara is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Shibrautara is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shibrautara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shibrautara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shibrautara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shibrautara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shibrautara
Where is Shibrautara located?
Shibrautara village is located in Dubrajpur Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shibrautara?
The Gram Panchayat of Shibrautara is Paduma.
What is the pincode of Shibrautara?
The pincode of Shibrautara is 731124.
What is the population of Shibrautara?
Shibrautara has a total population of 954, including 485 males and 469 females.
How many households are there in Shibrautara?
There are 206 households in Shibrautara.
What is the literacy rate in Shibrautara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shibrautara is 53.35%. Male literacy is 60.00% and female literacy is 46.48%.