Shibpur
Shibpur is a village located in Mathabhanga I subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 25.7km away from sub-district headquarter Mathabhanga (tehsildar office) and 60.2km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Jorpatki is the gram panchayat of Shibpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Shibpur unique in its vibrant Mathabhanga 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 307971. The village spans a total geographical area of 403.11 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736172. Mathabhanga is nearest town to Shibpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Shibpur
Population of Shibpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shibpur has a total population of about 2,747, with approximately 1,440 males and 1,307 females. The sex ratio is around 907 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 361 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,103 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 63.63%, with male literacy at about 66.94% and female literacy near 59.98%. There are around 606 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 | 2,747 | 1,440 | 1,307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 361 | 198 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,103 | 561 | 542 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,748 | 964 | 784 |
| Illiterate Population | 999 | 476 | 523 |
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 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| 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 Mathabhanga I Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shibpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shibpur is Jorpatki (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 2,747, with 1,440 males and 1,307 females.
- How many households are there in Shibpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shibpur village has a total of 606 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shibpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shibpur is 63.63%. The male literacy rate is 66.94%, while the female literacy rate is 59.98%.