Shitalpur - Kaliganj, Nadia
Shitalpur is a village situated in the Kaliganj subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Debagram and around 59.6 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Barachandghar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shitalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shitalpur is 321412. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.1 hectares and falls under the 741156 pincode. Beldanga is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Shitalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaliganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shitalpur
As per Census 2011, Shitalpur village has a total population of 404 people, consisting of 217 males and 187 females. The village has 94 households and a sex ratio of 861 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 244 literate and 160 illiterate residents. Additionally, 401 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shitalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 404 | 217 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 401 | 216 | 185 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 140 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 77 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Shitalpur
Shitalpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bara Naldaha | East | 2.25 km |
| Molamdi | West | 2.33 km |
| Bara Chandghar | South | 2.75 km |
| Chhota Naldaha | East | 3.65 km |
| Panchkhela | South-West | 4.11 km |
| Shukur Pukur | North | 4.44 km |
| Chhota Chandghar | South | 4.49 km |
| Sajua | West | 4.63 km |
| Uttar Hajrapota | South-West | 4.72 km |
| Dakatiapota | North-East | 5.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shitalpur
Shitalpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Plassey, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beldanga to Shitalpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Shitalpur is about 59.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shitalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shitalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shitalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shitalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shitalpur
Where is Shitalpur located?
Shitalpur village is located in Kaliganj Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shitalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shitalpur is Barachandghar.
What is the pincode of Shitalpur?
The pincode of Shitalpur is 741156.
What is the population of Shitalpur?
Shitalpur has a total population of 404, including 217 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Shitalpur?
There are 94 households in Shitalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shitalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shitalpur is 60.40%. Male literacy is 64.52% and female literacy is 55.61%.