Dakshin Shibkata
Dakshin Shibkata is a village located in Alipurduar Ii subdivision of Jalpaiguri district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.1km away from sub-district headquarter Josodanga (tehsildar office) and 106km away from district headquarter Jalpaiguri . As per 2009 stats, Majherdabri is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Shibkata village.
Dakshin Shibkata has its own place in the vibrant Jalpaiguri 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 Dakshin Shibkata
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dakshin Shibkata is 307282. The village spans a total geographical area of 421.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736208. Alipurduar is nearest town to Dakshin Shibkata village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dakshin Shibkata 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 Kalchini Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Alipurduars 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 Dakshin Shibkata
Below is a concise population overview of Dakshin Shibkata as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,300 | 1,240 | 1,060 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 155 | 120 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,404 | 762 | 642 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 285 | 149 | 136 |
Literate Population | 1,480 | 841 | 639 |
Illiterate Population | 820 | 399 | 421 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dakshin Shibkata village:
- The total population of Dakshin Shibkata village is around 2,300, including approximately 1,240 males and 1,060 females, with a sex ratio of 854 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 275 children aged 0–6 years in Dakshin Shibkata village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dakshin Shibkata village has 1,404 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 285 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dakshin Shibkata village is about 64.35%, with male literacy at 67.82% and female literacy at 60.28%.
- There are around 511 households in Dakshin Shibkata village.
Connectivity of Dakshin Shibkata
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dakshin Shibkata. As per the 2011 stats, Dakshin Shibkata had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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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 Dakshin Shibkata
Knowing the nearby villages of Dakshin Shibkata helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dakshin Shibkata.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dakshin Shibkata
- Where is Dakshin Shibkata located?
- Dakshin Shibkata village is situated in Alipurduar Ii Subdivision, within the Jalpaiguri district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Shibkata?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Shibkata is Majherdabri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dakshin Shibkata?
- The pincode of Dakshin Shibkata is 736208, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dakshin Shibkata as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dakshin Shibkata is 2,300, with 1,240 males and 1,060 females.
- How many households are there in Dakshin Shibkata as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dakshin Shibkata village has a total of 511 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dakshin Shibkata as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dakshin Shibkata is 64.35%. The male literacy rate is 67.82%, while the female literacy rate is 60.28%.