Shulut

Shulut is a village located in Khanakul I subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.8km away from sub-district headquarter Khanakul (tehsildar office) and 82.9km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Pole I is the gram panchayat of Shulut village.

Here you can discover what makes Shulut unique in its vibrant Khanakul I-Hugli region. You’ll see Shulut’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 Shulut

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shulut is 325829. The village spans a total geographical area of 105.52 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712406. Arambagh is nearest town to Shulut village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

When it comes to local governance, Shulut 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 Khanakul Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arambag Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Shulut

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Population of Shulut

According to the 2011 Census, Shulut has a total population of about 2,004, with approximately 1,042 males and 962 females. The sex ratio is around 923 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 307 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 297 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 69.36%, with male literacy at about 72.55% and female literacy near 65.90%. There are around 386 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shulut's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,004 1,042 962
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 307 163 144
Scheduled Castes (SC) 297 155 142
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,390 756 634
Illiterate Population 614 286 328

Connectivity of Shulut

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shulut. As per the 2011 stats, Shulut 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 Shulut

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Shulut

Where is Shulut located?
Shulut village is situated in Khanakul I Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shulut?
The Gram Panchayat of Shulut is Pole I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shulut?
The pincode of Shulut is 712406, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shulut as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shulut is 2,004, with 1,042 males and 962 females.
How many households are there in Shulut as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shulut village has a total of 386 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shulut as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shulut is 69.36%. The male literacy rate is 72.55%, while the female literacy rate is 65.90%.