Shitalpur
Shitalpur is a village located in Ghatal subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 22.6km away from sub-district headquarter Ghatal. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Shitalpur village. As per 2009 stats, Dewanchak I is the gram panchayat of Shitalpur village.
Shitalpur 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 Shitalpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shitalpur is 337759. The village spans a total geographical area of 89.16 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721232. Ghatal is nearest town to Shitalpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Shitalpur
Population of Shitalpur
Below is a concise population overview of Shitalpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 658 | 341 | 317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 43 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 516 | 272 | 244 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 464 | 264 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 77 | 117 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shitalpur village:
- The total population of Shitalpur village is around 658, including approximately 341 males and 317 females, with a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 81 children aged 0–6 years in Shitalpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shitalpur village has 516 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shitalpur village is about 70.52%, with male literacy at 77.42% and female literacy at 63.09%.
- There are around 132 households in Shitalpur village.
Connectivity of Shitalpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shitalpur. As per the 2011 stats, Shitalpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shitalpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Shitalpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shitalpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shitalpur
- Where is Shitalpur located?
- Shitalpur village is situated in Ghatal Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shitalpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shitalpur is Dewanchak I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shitalpur?
- The pincode of Shitalpur is 721232, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shitalpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shitalpur is 658, with 341 males and 317 females.
- How many households are there in Shitalpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shitalpur village has a total of 132 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shitalpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shitalpur is 70.52%. The male literacy rate is 77.42%, while the female literacy rate is 63.09%.