Shalgaon
About Shalgaon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shalgaon village is 311573. Shalgaon village is located in Tapan subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 17.2km away from sub-district headquarter Tapan. Balurghat is the district headquarter of Shalgaon village. As per 2009 stats, Gurail is the gram panchayat of Shalgaon village.
The total geographical area of village is 108.09 hectares. Shalgaon has a total population of 433 peoples, out of which male population is 221 while female population is 212. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 959 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shalgaon village is 51.96% out of which 57.01% males and 46.70% females are literate. There are about 103 houses in shalgaon village. Pincode of shalgaon village locality is 733142.
When it comes to administration, Shalgaon 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, Shalgaon village comes under Gangarampur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency. Gangarampur is nearest town to shalgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.
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Population of Shalgaon
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 433 | 221 | 212 |
| Literate Population | 225 | 126 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 95 | 113 |
Connectivity of Shalgaon
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shalgaon
Where is Shalgaon located?
Shalgaon village is situated in Tapan Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shalgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Shalgaon is Gurail (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shalgaon?
The pincode of Shalgaon is 733142, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shalgaon is 433, with 221 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Shalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shalgaon village has a total of 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shalgaon is 51.96%. The male literacy rate is 57.01%, while the female literacy rate is 46.70%.