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.
Here you can discover what makes Shashani unique in its vibrant Kaliachak Iii-Maldah region. You’ll see Shashani’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Shashani has a total population of about 3,602, with approximately 1,861 males and 1,741 females. The sex ratio is around 935 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 629 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 546 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 35.51%, with male literacy at about 38.37% and female literacy near 32.45%. There are around 674 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shashani's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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) |
|---|---|
| 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%.