Shalbari
Shalbari is a village located in Cooch Behar I subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Ghughumari (tehsildar office) and 36.2km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Putimari Fuleswari is the gram panchayat of Shalbari village.
Shalbari has its own place in the vibrant Koch Bihar 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 Shalbari
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shalbari is 308135. The village spans a total geographical area of 467.75 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736172. Coochbehar is nearest town to Shalbari village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
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Population of Shalbari
Below is a concise population overview of Shalbari as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,511 | 1,269 | 1,242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 312 | 162 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,751 | 881 | 870 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,450 | 843 | 607 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,061 | 426 | 635 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shalbari village:
- The total population of Shalbari village is around 2,511, including approximately 1,269 males and 1,242 females, with a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 312 children aged 0–6 years in Shalbari village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shalbari village has 1,751 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shalbari village is about 57.75%, with male literacy at 66.43% and female literacy at 48.87%.
- There are around 623 households in Shalbari village.
Connectivity of Shalbari
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shalbari. As per the 2011 stats, Shalbari 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 Shalbari
Knowing the nearby villages of Shalbari helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shalbari.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shalbari
- Where is Shalbari located?
- Shalbari village is situated in Cooch Behar I Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shalbari?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shalbari is Putimari Fuleswari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shalbari?
- The pincode of Shalbari is 736172, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shalbari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shalbari is 2,511, with 1,269 males and 1,242 females.
- How many households are there in Shalbari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shalbari village has a total of 623 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shalbari as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shalbari is 57.75%. The male literacy rate is 66.43%, while the female literacy rate is 48.87%.