Shaldanga
About Shaldanga
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shaldanga village is 311601. Shaldanga village is located in Tapan subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.2km away from sub-district headquarter Tapan. Balurghat is the district headquarter of Shaldanga village. As per 2009 stats, Autina is the gram panchayat of Shaldanga village.
The total geographical area of village is 166.39 hectares. Shaldanga has a total population of 485 peoples, out of which male population is 259 while female population is 226. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 872 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shaldanga village is 34.64% out of which 35.91% males and 33.19% females are literate. There are about 122 houses in shaldanga village. Pincode of shaldanga village locality is 733127.
When it comes to administration, Shaldanga 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, Shaldanga village comes under Gangarampur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency. Balurghat is nearest town to shaldanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
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Population of Shaldanga
The population details of Shaldanga 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 | 485 | 259 | 226 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 41 | 25 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 195 | 103 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 93 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 317 | 166 | 151 |
Connectivity of Shaldanga
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shaldanga
Where is Shaldanga located?
Shaldanga village is situated in Tapan Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shaldanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Shaldanga is Autina (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shaldanga?
The pincode of Shaldanga is 733127, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shaldanga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shaldanga is 485, with 259 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Shaldanga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shaldanga village has a total of 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shaldanga as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shaldanga is 34.64%. The male literacy rate is 35.91%, while the female literacy rate is 33.19%.