Shara Shanka
Shara Shanka is a village located in Dantan I subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Dantan are the district & sub-district headquarters of Shara Shanka village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Salikotha is the gram panchayat of Shara Shanka village.
Here you can discover what makes Shara Shanka unique in its vibrant Dantan I-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Shara Shanka’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 Shara Shanka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shara Shanka is 343808. The village spans a total geographical area of 93.99 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721426. Kharagpur is nearest town to Shara Shanka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.
Google Map of Shara Shanka
Population of Shara Shanka
According to the 2011 Census, Shara Shanka has a total population of about 667, with approximately 344 males and 323 females. The sex ratio is around 938 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 89 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 250 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 71. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.92%, with male literacy at about 61.05% and female literacy near 44.27%. There are around 159 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shara Shanka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 667 | 344 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 47 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 250 | 123 | 127 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 40 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 353 | 210 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 314 | 134 | 180 |
Connectivity of Shara Shanka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shara Shanka. As per the 2011 stats, Shara Shanka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shara Shanka
Knowing the nearby villages of Shara Shanka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shara Shanka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shara Shanka
- Where is Shara Shanka located?
- Shara Shanka village is situated in Dantan I Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shara Shanka?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shara Shanka is Salikotha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shara Shanka?
- The pincode of Shara Shanka is 721426, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shara Shanka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shara Shanka is 667, with 344 males and 323 females.
- How many households are there in Shara Shanka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shara Shanka village has a total of 159 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shara Shanka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shara Shanka is 52.92%. The male literacy rate is 61.05%, while the female literacy rate is 44.27%.