Shashipur
Shashipur is a village located in Amdanga subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12.7km away from sub-district headquarter Amdanga (tehsildar office) and 22.1km away from district headquarter Barasat. As per 2009 stats, Chandigarh is the gram panchayat of Shashipur village.
Here you can discover what makes Shashipur unique in its vibrant Amdanga-North Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Shashipur’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 Shashipur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shashipur is 323019. The village spans a total geographical area of 246.52 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743166. Naihati is nearest town to Shashipur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Shashipur
Population of Shashipur
According to the 2011 Census, Shashipur has a total population of about 3,630, with approximately 1,889 males and 1,741 females. The sex ratio is around 921 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 496 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 65. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.91%, with male literacy at about 74.96% and female literacy near 66.51%. There are around 811 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shashipur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,630 | 1,889 | 1,741 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 496 | 240 | 256 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 33 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 2,574 | 1,416 | 1,158 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,056 | 473 | 583 |
Connectivity of Shashipur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shashipur. As per the 2011 stats, Shashipur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shashipur
Knowing the nearby villages of Shashipur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shashipur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shashipur
- Where is Shashipur located?
- Shashipur village is situated in Amdanga Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shashipur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shashipur is Chandigarh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shashipur?
- The pincode of Shashipur is 743166, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shashipur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shashipur is 3,630, with 1,889 males and 1,741 females.
- How many households are there in Shashipur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shashipur village has a total of 811 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shashipur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shashipur is 70.91%. The male literacy rate is 74.96%, while the female literacy rate is 66.51%.