Shal Bani - Nayagram, Jhargram
Shal Bani is a village situated in the Nayagram subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Kharikamathani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shal Bani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shal Bani is 340970. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.02 hectares and falls under the 721125 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Shal Bani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shal Bani
As per Census 2011, Shal Bani village has a total population of 431 people, consisting of 214 males and 217 females. The village has 102 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 216 literate and 215 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 220 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shal Bani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 431 | 214 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 220 | 104 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 216 | 136 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 215 | 78 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Shal Bani
Shal Bani 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 Shal Bani
Shal Bani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Shal Bani is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shal Bani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shal Bani 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shal Bani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shal Bani 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Shal Bani
Where is Shal Bani located?
Shal Bani village is located in Nayagram Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shal Bani?
The Gram Panchayat of Shal Bani is Kharikamathani.
What is the pincode of Shal Bani?
The pincode of Shal Bani is 721125.
What is the population of Shal Bani?
Shal Bani has a total population of 431, including 214 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Shal Bani?
There are 102 households in Shal Bani.
What is the literacy rate in Shal Bani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shal Bani is 50.12%. Male literacy is 63.55% and female literacy is 36.87%.