Shalband - Garbeta - II, Paschim Medinipur
Shalband is a village situated in the Garbeta - II subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Jogardanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shalband village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shalband is 336709. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.84 hectares and falls under the 721121 pincode. Garhbeta is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Shalband village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Garbeta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shalband
As per Census 2011, Shalband village has a total population of 486 people, consisting of 234 males and 252 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 1,076 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 331 literate and 155 illiterate residents. Additionally, 277 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shalband are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 486 | 234 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 38 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 277 | 132 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 331 | 188 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 46 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Shalband
Shalband is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shalband
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Shalband.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Garhbeta to Shalband is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shalband
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shalband village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shalband
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shalband village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shalband
Where is Shalband located?
Shalband village is located in Garbeta - II Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shalband?
The Gram Panchayat of Shalband is Jogardanga.
What is the pincode of Shalband?
The pincode of Shalband is 721121.
What is the population of Shalband?
Shalband has a total population of 486, including 234 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Shalband?
There are 93 households in Shalband.
What is the literacy rate in Shalband?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shalband is 68.11%. Male literacy is 80.34% and female literacy is 56.75%.