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.

Shiala has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Dinajpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Shiala

Below is a concise population overview of Shiala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shiala village:

  • The total population of Shiala village is around 641, including approximately 339 males and 302 females, with a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 75 children aged 0–6 years in Shiala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shiala village has 620 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Shiala village is about 57.88%, with male literacy at 69.32% and female literacy at 45.03%.
  • There are around 127 households in Shiala village.

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%.