Shaktal
Shaktal is a village located in Harischandrapur I subdivision of Maldah district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.8km away from sub-district headquarter Harischandrapur (tehsildar office) and 67.1km away from district headquarter English Bazar. As per 2009 stats, Tulsihatta is the gram panchayat of Shaktal village.
Here you can discover what makes Shaktal unique in its vibrant Harischandrapur I-Maldah region. You’ll see Shaktal’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 Shaktal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shaktal is 312021. The village spans a total geographical area of 214.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 732140. Malda is nearest town to Shaktal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 86km away.
Google Map of Shaktal
Population of Shaktal
According to the 2011 Census, Shaktal has a total population of about 1,523, with approximately 800 males and 723 females. The sex ratio is around 903 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 219 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 171 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 53.25%, with male literacy at about 54.50% and female literacy near 51.87%. There are around 366 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shaktal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,523 | 800 | 723 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 113 | 106 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 85 | 86 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 811 | 436 | 375 |
Illiterate Population | 712 | 364 | 348 |
Connectivity of Shaktal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shaktal. As per the 2011 stats, Shaktal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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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 Shaktal
Knowing the nearby villages of Shaktal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shaktal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shaktal
- Where is Shaktal located?
- Shaktal village is situated in Harischandrapur I Subdivision, within the Maldah district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shaktal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shaktal is Tulsihatta (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shaktal?
- The pincode of Shaktal is 732140, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shaktal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shaktal is 1,523, with 800 males and 723 females.
- How many households are there in Shaktal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shaktal village has a total of 366 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shaktal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shaktal is 53.25%. The male literacy rate is 54.50%, while the female literacy rate is 51.87%.