Shiruchak
Shiruchak is a village located in Dantan Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Dantan are the district & sub-district headquarters of Shiruchak village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Saurikotbar is the gram panchayat of Shiruchak village.
Here you can discover what makes Shiruchak unique in its vibrant Dantan Ii-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Shiruchak’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 Shiruchak
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shiruchak is 343971. The village spans a total geographical area of 30.26 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721466. Egra is nearest town to Shiruchak village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Shiruchak
Population of Shiruchak
According to the 2011 Census, Shiruchak has a total population of about 168, with approximately 88 males and 80 females. The sex ratio is around 909 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 18 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.83%, with male literacy at about 77.27% and female literacy near 63.75%. There are around 34 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shiruchak's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 168 | 88 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 119 | 68 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 20 | 29 |
Connectivity of Shiruchak
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shiruchak. As per the 2011 stats, Shiruchak 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shiruchak
Knowing the nearby villages of Shiruchak helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shiruchak.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shiruchak
- Where is Shiruchak located?
- Shiruchak village is situated in Dantan Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shiruchak?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shiruchak is Saurikotbar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shiruchak?
- The pincode of Shiruchak is 721466, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shiruchak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shiruchak is 168, with 88 males and 80 females.
- How many households are there in Shiruchak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shiruchak village has a total of 34 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shiruchak as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shiruchak is 70.83%. The male literacy rate is 77.27%, while the female literacy rate is 63.75%.