Shirshi - Gopiballavpur - II, Jhargram
Shirshi is a village situated in the Gopiballavpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Beliabera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shirshi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirshi is 340508. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.15 hectares and falls under the 721506 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Shirshi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopiballavpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shirshi
According to the 2011 Census, Shirshi village had a total population of 133 people, including 74 males and 59 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 797 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.00%, with male literacy at 90.00% and female literacy at 67.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 133 | 74 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 63 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 11 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Shirshi
Shirshi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shirshi
Shirshi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Shirshi is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shirshi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirshi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shirshi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirshi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shirshi
Where is Shirshi located?
Shirshi village is located in Gopiballavpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shirshi?
The Gram Panchayat of Shirshi is Beliabera.
What is the pincode of Shirshi?
The pincode of Shirshi is 721506.
What is the population of Shirshi?
Shirshi had a total population of 133, including 74 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Shirshi?
Shirshi had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shirshi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirshi was 80.00%. Male literacy was 90.00% and female literacy was 67.27%.