Shibpur
Shibpur is a village located in Cooch Behar I subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 44.9km away from sub-district headquarter Ghughumari (tehsildar office) and 60.2km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Putimari Fuleswari is the gram panchayat of Shibpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Shibpur unique in its vibrant Cooch Behar I-Koch Bihar region. You’ll see Shibpur’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 Shibpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shibpur is 308132. The village spans a total geographical area of 415.95 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736172. Cooch Behar is nearest town to Shibpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Shibpur
Population of Shibpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shibpur has a total population of about 1,188, with approximately 627 males and 561 females. The sex ratio is around 894 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 158 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 892 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.41%, with male literacy at about 65.23% and female literacy near 48.66%. There are around 284 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shibpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,188 | 627 | 561 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 85 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 892 | 480 | 412 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 682 | 409 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 506 | 218 | 288 |
Connectivity of Shibpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shibpur. As per the 2011 stats, Shibpur 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 Shibpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Shibpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shibpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shibpur
- Where is Shibpur located?
- Shibpur village is situated in Cooch Behar I Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shibpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shibpur 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 Shibpur?
- The pincode of Shibpur is 736172, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shibpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shibpur is 1,188, with 627 males and 561 females.
- How many households are there in Shibpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shibpur village has a total of 284 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shibpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shibpur is 57.41%. The male literacy rate is 65.23%, while the female literacy rate is 48.66%.