Shilnagara

Shilnagara is a village located in Gazole subdivision of Maldah district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 3.2km away from sub-district headquarter Gazole (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter English Bazar. As per 2009 stats, Sahajadpur is the gram panchayat of Shilnagara village.

Shilnagara has its own place in the vibrant Maldah 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 Shilnagara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shilnagara is 312561. The village spans a total geographical area of 99.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 732124. Old Malda is nearest town to Shilnagara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Shilnagara

Below is a concise population overview of Shilnagara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 920 457 463
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 196 91 105
Scheduled Castes (SC) 21 10 11
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 81 40 41
Literate Population 248 161 87
Illiterate Population 672 296 376

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shilnagara village:

  • The total population of Shilnagara village is around 920, including approximately 457 males and 463 females, with a sex ratio of 1013 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 196 children aged 0–6 years in Shilnagara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shilnagara village has 21 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 81 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Shilnagara village is about 26.96%, with male literacy at 35.23% and female literacy at 18.79%.
  • There are around 160 households in Shilnagara village.

Connectivity of Shilnagara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shilnagara. As per the 2011 stats, Shilnagara 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Shilnagara

Knowing the nearby villages of Shilnagara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shilnagara.

Frequently Asked Questions about Shilnagara

Where is Shilnagara located?
Shilnagara village is situated in Gazole Subdivision, within the Maldah district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shilnagara?
The Gram Panchayat of Shilnagara is Sahajadpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shilnagara?
The pincode of Shilnagara is 732124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shilnagara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shilnagara is 920, with 457 males and 463 females.
How many households are there in Shilnagara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shilnagara village has a total of 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shilnagara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shilnagara is 26.96%. The male literacy rate is 35.23%, while the female literacy rate is 18.79%.