Shalkuti

Shalkuti is a village located in Debra subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Balichak are the district & sub-district headquarters of Shalkuti village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Debra Ii is the gram panchayat of Shalkuti village.

Shalkuti has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Shalkuti

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shalkuti is 342405. The village spans a total geographical area of 60.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721126. Midnapur is nearest town to Shalkuti village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

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Population of Shalkuti

Below is a concise population overview of Shalkuti as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 496 248 248
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 61 26 35
Scheduled Castes (SC) 101 44 57
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 105 56 49
Literate Population 371 205 166
Illiterate Population 125 43 82

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shalkuti village:

  • The total population of Shalkuti village is around 496, including approximately 248 males and 248 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 61 children aged 0–6 years in Shalkuti village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shalkuti village has 101 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 105 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Shalkuti village is about 74.80%, with male literacy at 82.66% and female literacy at 66.94%.
  • There are around 117 households in Shalkuti village.

Connectivity of Shalkuti

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shalkuti. As per the 2011 stats, Shalkuti 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 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Shalkuti

Knowing the nearby villages of Shalkuti helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shalkuti.

Haipat Alisagar Madhabpur Baichri Chak Matkatpur Ashutia Narayan Bati Harashankarpur Santurya Kishorpur Khar Gerya

Frequently Asked Questions about Shalkuti

Where is Shalkuti located?
Shalkuti village is situated in Debra Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shalkuti?
The Gram Panchayat of Shalkuti is Debra Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shalkuti?
The pincode of Shalkuti is 721126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shalkuti as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shalkuti is 496, with 248 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Shalkuti as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shalkuti village has a total of 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shalkuti as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shalkuti is 74.80%. The male literacy rate is 82.66%, while the female literacy rate is 66.94%.