Shib Chak
Shib Chak is a village located in Jangipara subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.1km away from sub-district headquarter Jangipara (tehsildar office) and 54.3km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Rajbalhat I is the gram panchayat of Shib Chak village.
Here you can discover what makes Shib Chak unique in its vibrant Jangipara-Hugli region. You’ll see Shib Chak’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 Shib Chak
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shib Chak is 325676. The village spans a total geographical area of 88.22 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712401. Tarakeswar is nearest town to Shib Chak village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Shib Chak
Population of Shib Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Shib Chak has a total population of about 1,252, with approximately 637 males and 615 females. The sex ratio is around 965 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 137 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 366 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 21. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.92%, with male literacy at about 80.85% and female literacy near 68.78%. There are around 265 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shib Chak's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,252 | 637 | 615 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 71 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 366 | 194 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 8 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 938 | 515 | 423 |
| Illiterate Population | 314 | 122 | 192 |
Connectivity of Shib Chak
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shib Chak. As per the 2011 stats, Shib Chak 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 Shib Chak
Knowing the nearby villages of Shib Chak helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shib Chak.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shib Chak
- Where is Shib Chak located?
- Shib Chak village is situated in Jangipara Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shib Chak?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shib Chak is Rajbalhat I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shib Chak?
- The pincode of Shib Chak is 712401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shib Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shib Chak is 1,252, with 637 males and 615 females.
- How many households are there in Shib Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shib Chak village has a total of 265 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shib Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shib Chak is 74.92%. The male literacy rate is 80.85%, while the female literacy rate is 68.78%.