Shimla Durgapur
About Shimla Durgapur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shimla Durgapur village is 323452. Shimla Durgapur village is located in Baduria subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.4km away from sub-district headquarter Baduria. Barasat is the district headquarter of Shimla Durgapur village. As per 2009 stats, Jasikati Atghara is the gram panchayat of Shimla Durgapur village.
The total geographical area of village is 589.41 hectares. Shimla Durgapur has a total population of 7,225 peoples, out of which male population is 3,738 while female population is 3,487. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 932 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shimla durgapur village is 70.20% out of which 72.79% males and 67.42% females are literate. There are about 1,697 houses in shimla durgapur village. Pincode of shimla durgapur village locality is 743401.
When it comes to administration, Shimla Durgapur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Shimla Durgapur village comes under Baduria Vidhan Sabha constituency & Basirhat Lok Sabha constituency. Baduria is nearest town to shimla durgapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Shimla Durgapur
The population details of Shimla Durgapur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,225 | 3,738 | 3,487 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 851 | 462 | 389 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 550 | 290 | 260 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 368 | 191 | 177 |
| Literate Population | 5,072 | 2,721 | 2,351 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,153 | 1,017 | 1,136 |
Connectivity of Shimla Durgapur
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shimla Durgapur
Where is Shimla Durgapur located?
Shimla Durgapur village is situated in Baduria Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shimla Durgapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shimla Durgapur is Jasikati Atghara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shimla Durgapur?
The pincode of Shimla Durgapur is 743401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shimla Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shimla Durgapur is 7,225, with 3,738 males and 3,487 females.
How many households are there in Shimla Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shimla Durgapur village has a total of 1,697 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shimla Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shimla Durgapur is 70.20%. The male literacy rate is 72.79%, while the female literacy rate is 67.42%.