Shyamlalpara - Manikchak, Malda
Shyamlalpara is a village situated in the Manikchak subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.8 km from Manikchak and around 30.9 km from English Bazar. Nurpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shyamlalpara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shyamlalpara is 313508. The village covers a total geographical area of 114.54 hectares and falls under the 732202 pincode. English Bazar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Shyamlalpara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shyamlalpara
According to the 2011 Census, Shyamlalpara village had a total population of 2,364 people, including 1,240 males and 1,124 females, living in 517 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.85%, with male literacy at 69.37% and female literacy at 57.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 109.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,364 | 1,240 | 1,124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 317 | 156 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 54 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,307 | 752 | 555 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,057 | 488 | 569 |
Nearby Villages of Shyamlalpara
Shyamlalpara is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Tiarpara | South-East | 1.24 km |
| Bakhra | North | 1.33 km |
| Nijgan Paranpur | East | 1.87 km |
| Naoda Maheshpur | South-West | 1.87 km |
| Baniabati | North | 2.07 km |
| Nurpur | West | 2.12 km |
| Raghabbati | North | 2.31 km |
| Biswambhar Binodpur | South-West | 2.44 km |
| Purba Radhanagar | North-East | 2.47 km |
| Chandpur | South-East | 2.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shyamlalpara
Shyamlalpara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Mahananda Bge, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from English Bazar to Shyamlalpara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Shyamlalpara is about 30.9 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shyamlalpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shyamlalpara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shyamlalpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shyamlalpara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shyamlalpara
Where is Shyamlalpara located?
Shyamlalpara village is located in Manikchak Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shyamlalpara?
The Gram Panchayat of Shyamlalpara is Nurpur.
What is the pincode of Shyamlalpara?
The pincode of Shyamlalpara is 732202.
What is the population of Shyamlalpara?
Shyamlalpara had a total population of 2,364, including 1,240 males and 1,124 females.
How many households are there in Shyamlalpara?
Shyamlalpara had 517 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shyamlalpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shyamlalpara was 63.85%. Male literacy was 69.37% and female literacy was 57.63%.