Shiala
Shiala is a village located in Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 18.9km away from sub-district headquarter Kushmundi (tehsildar office) and 89.1km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Kalikamora is the gram panchayat of Shiala village.
Here you can discover what makes Shiala unique in its vibrant Kushmundi-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Shiala’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 Shiala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shiala is 310376. The village spans a total geographical area of 89.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733121. Kaliagong is nearest town to Shiala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Shiala
Population of Shiala
According to the 2011 Census, Shiala has a total population of about 641, with approximately 339 males and 302 females. The sex ratio is around 890 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 75 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 620 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.88%, with male literacy at about 69.32% and female literacy near 45.03%. There are around 127 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shiala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 641 | 339 | 302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 43 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 620 | 328 | 292 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 371 | 235 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 270 | 104 | 166 |
Connectivity of Shiala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shiala. As per the 2011 stats, Shiala 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shiala
Knowing the nearby villages of Shiala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shiala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shiala
- Where is Shiala located?
- Shiala village is situated in Kushmundi Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shiala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shiala is Kalikamora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shiala?
- The pincode of Shiala is 733121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shiala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shiala is 641, with 339 males and 302 females.
- How many households are there in Shiala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shiala village has a total of 127 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shiala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shiala is 57.88%. The male literacy rate is 69.32%, while the female literacy rate is 45.03%.