Shashani
Shashani is a village located in Kaliachak Iii subdivision of Maldah district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 19.8km away from sub-district headquarter Dariapur (tehsildar office) and 31.1km away from district headquarter English Bazar. As per 2009 stats, Golapganj is the gram panchayat of Shashani village.
Shashani 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 Shashani
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shashani is 313702. The village spans a total geographical area of 246.57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 732201. Malda is nearest town to Shashani village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.
Google Map of Shashani
Population of Shashani
Below is a concise population overview of Shashani as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 3,602 | 1,861 | 1,741 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 629 | 319 | 310 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 546 | 280 | 266 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
Literate Population | 1,279 | 714 | 565 |
Illiterate Population | 2,323 | 1,147 | 1,176 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shashani village:
- The total population of Shashani village is around 3,602, including approximately 1,861 males and 1,741 females, with a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 629 children aged 0–6 years in Shashani village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shashani village has 546 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 5 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shashani village is about 35.51%, with male literacy at 38.37% and female literacy at 32.45%.
- There are around 674 households in Shashani village.
Connectivity of Shashani
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shashani. As per the 2011 stats, Shashani 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 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shashani
Knowing the nearby villages of Shashani helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shashani.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shashani
- Where is Shashani located?
- Shashani village is situated in Kaliachak Iii Subdivision, within the Maldah district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shashani?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shashani is Golapganj (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shashani?
- The pincode of Shashani is 732201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shashani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shashani is 3,602, with 1,861 males and 1,741 females.
- How many households are there in Shashani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shashani village has a total of 674 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shashani as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shashani is 35.51%. The male literacy rate is 38.37%, while the female literacy rate is 32.45%.