Shirshita
Shirshita is a village located in Suri Ii subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 20.6km away from sub-district headquarter Purandarpur. Suri is the district headquarter of Shirshita village. As per 2009 stats, Banshanka is the gram panchayat of Shirshita village.
Here you can discover what makes Shirshita unique in its vibrant Suri Ii-Birbhum region. You’ll see Shirshita’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 Shirshita
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirshita is 317199. The village spans a total geographical area of 323.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 731121. Suri is nearest town to Shirshita village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
Google Map of Shirshita
Population of Shirshita
According to the 2011 Census, Shirshita has a total population of about 1,804, with approximately 939 males and 865 females. The sex ratio is around 921 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 254 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 495 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 18. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.80%, with male literacy at about 69.65% and female literacy near 57.46%. There are around 412 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shirshita's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,804 | 939 | 865 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 128 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 495 | 267 | 228 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,151 | 654 | 497 |
| Illiterate Population | 653 | 285 | 368 |
Connectivity of Shirshita
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shirshita. As per the 2011 stats, Shirshita had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shirshita
Knowing the nearby villages of Shirshita helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shirshita.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shirshita
- Where is Shirshita located?
- Shirshita village is situated in Suri Ii Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shirshita?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shirshita is Banshanka (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shirshita?
- The pincode of Shirshita is 731121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shirshita as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirshita is 1,804, with 939 males and 865 females.
- How many households are there in Shirshita as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shirshita village has a total of 412 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shirshita as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirshita is 63.80%. The male literacy rate is 69.65%, while the female literacy rate is 57.46%.