Shibchandrapur - Ranaghat - II, Nadia
Shibchandrapur is a village situated in the Ranaghat - II subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nokari and around 20.3 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Bahirgachi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shibchandrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shibchandrapur is 322085. The village covers a total geographical area of 252.24 hectares and falls under the 741509 pincode. Ranaghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Shibchandrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranaghat Uttar Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shibchandrapur
As per Census 2011, Shibchandrapur village has a total population of 1,280 people, consisting of 676 males and 604 females. The village has 318 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,044 literate and 236 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,271 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shibchandrapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,280 | 676 | 604 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 74 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,271 | 670 | 601 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,044 | 570 | 474 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 106 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Shibchandrapur
Shibchandrapur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shibchandrapur
Shibchandrapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Shibchandrapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Ranaghat to Shibchandrapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Shibchandrapur is about 20.3 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shibchandrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shibchandrapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shibchandrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shibchandrapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shibchandrapur
Where is Shibchandrapur located?
Shibchandrapur village is located in Ranaghat - II Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shibchandrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shibchandrapur is Bahirgachi.
What is the pincode of Shibchandrapur?
The pincode of Shibchandrapur is 741509.
What is the population of Shibchandrapur?
Shibchandrapur has a total population of 1,280, including 676 males and 604 females.
How many households are there in Shibchandrapur?
There are 318 households in Shibchandrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Shibchandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shibchandrapur is 81.56%. Male literacy is 84.32% and female literacy is 78.48%.