Shitalpur - Garbeta - II, Paschim Medinipur
Shitalpur is a village situated in the Garbeta - II subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Patharpara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shitalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shitalpur is 336485. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.25 hectares and falls under the 721157 pincode. Garhbeta is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Shitalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salboni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shitalpur
As per Census 2011, Shitalpur village has a total population of 487 people, consisting of 256 males and 231 females. The village has 99 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 291 literate and 196 illiterate residents. Additionally, 173 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 56 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shitalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 487 | 256 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 35 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 173 | 84 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 291 | 173 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 83 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Shitalpur
Shitalpur 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 Shitalpur
Shitalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Garhbeta to Shitalpur is about 20 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 Shitalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shitalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shitalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shitalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shitalpur
Where is Shitalpur located?
Shitalpur village is located in Garbeta - II Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shitalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shitalpur is Patharpara.
What is the pincode of Shitalpur?
The pincode of Shitalpur is 721157.
What is the population of Shitalpur?
Shitalpur has a total population of 487, including 256 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Shitalpur?
There are 99 households in Shitalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shitalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shitalpur is 59.75%. Male literacy is 67.58% and female literacy is 51.08%.