Shirashini - Amdanga, North 24 Parganas
Shirashini is a village situated in the Amdanga subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.8 km from Amdanga and around 19.2 km from Barasat. Adhata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shirashini village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirashini is 323006. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.63 hectares and falls under the 743221 pincode. Ashoknagar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Shirashini village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shirashini
As per Census 2011, Shirashini village has a total population of 1,251 people, consisting of 653 males and 598 females. The village has 279 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 140 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 870 literate and 381 illiterate residents. Additionally, 318 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 130 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shirashini are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,251 | 653 | 598 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 61 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 318 | 174 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 130 | 67 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 870 | 505 | 365 |
| Illiterate Population | 381 | 148 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Shirashini
Shirashini 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 Shirashini
Shirashini is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ashoknagar to Shirashini is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Shirashini is about 19.2 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 Shirashini
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirashini 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shirashini
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirashini 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shirashini
Where is Shirashini located?
Shirashini village is located in Amdanga Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirashini?
The Gram Panchayat of Shirashini is Adhata.
What is the pincode of Shirashini?
The pincode of Shirashini is 743221.
What is the population of Shirashini?
Shirashini has a total population of 1,251, including 653 males and 598 females.
How many households are there in Shirashini?
There are 279 households in Shirashini.
What is the literacy rate in Shirashini?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirashini is 69.54%. Male literacy is 77.34% and female literacy is 61.04%.