Shibpur

Shibpur is a village located in Dhaniakhali subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 4.1km away from sub-district headquarter Dhaniakhali (tehsildar office) and 31.4km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Khajudahamilki is the gram panchayat of Shibpur village.

Shibpur has its own place in the vibrant Hugli 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 Shibpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shibpur is 324703. The village spans a total geographical area of 102.44 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712302. Tarakeswar is nearest town to Shibpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.

When it comes to local governance, Shibpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Shibpur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 675 346 329
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 83 40 43
Scheduled Castes (SC) 124 65 59
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 366 188 178
Literate Population 384 219 165
Illiterate Population 291 127 164

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

  • The total population of Shibpur village is around 675, including approximately 346 males and 329 females, with a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 83 children aged 0–6 years in Shibpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shibpur village has 124 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 366 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Shibpur village is about 56.89%, with male literacy at 63.29% and female literacy at 50.15%.
  • There are around 173 households in Shibpur village.

Connectivity of Shibpur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shibpur. As per the 2011 stats, Shibpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Shibpur

Knowing the nearby villages of Shibpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shibpur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Shibpur

Where is Shibpur located?
Shibpur village is situated in Dhaniakhali Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shibpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shibpur is Khajudahamilki (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shibpur?
The pincode of Shibpur is 712302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shibpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shibpur is 675, with 346 males and 329 females.
How many households are there in Shibpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shibpur village has a total of 173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shibpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shibpur is 56.89%. The male literacy rate is 63.29%, while the female literacy rate is 50.15%.