Shancha
Shancha is a village located in Goghat I subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.8km away from sub-district headquarter Goghat (tehsildar office) and 85.9km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Raghubati is the gram panchayat of Shancha village.
Here you can discover what makes Shancha unique in its vibrant Goghat I-Hugli region. You’ll see Shancha’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 Shancha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shancha is 324032. The village spans a total geographical area of 91.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712614. Arambagh is nearest town to Shancha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Shancha
Population of Shancha
According to the 2011 Census, Shancha has a total population of about 841, with approximately 428 males and 413 females. The sex ratio is around 964 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 67 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 351 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.29%, with male literacy at about 86.68% and female literacy near 67.55%. There are around 181 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shancha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 841 | 428 | 413 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 28 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 351 | 177 | 174 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 650 | 371 | 279 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 57 | 134 |
Connectivity of Shancha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shancha. As per the 2011 stats, Shancha 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shancha
Knowing the nearby villages of Shancha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shancha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shancha
- Where is Shancha located?
- Shancha village is situated in Goghat I Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shancha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shancha is Raghubati (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shancha?
- The pincode of Shancha is 712614, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shancha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shancha is 841, with 428 males and 413 females.
- How many households are there in Shancha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shancha village has a total of 181 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shancha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shancha is 77.29%. The male literacy rate is 86.68%, while the female literacy rate is 67.55%.