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.
Here you can discover what makes Shalbari unique in its vibrant Cooch Behar I-Koch Bihar region. You’ll see Shalbari’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 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.
Google Map of Shalbari
Population of Shalbari
According to the 2011 Census, Shalbari has a total population of about 2,511, with approximately 1,269 males and 1,242 females. The sex ratio is around 978 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 312 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,751 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.75%, with male literacy at about 66.43% and female literacy near 48.87%. There are around 623 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shalbari's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.