Sholenda
Sholenda is a village located in Jamboni subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Jamboni are the district & sub-district headquarters of Sholenda village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Chinchra is the gram panchayat of Sholenda village.
Here you can discover what makes Sholenda unique in its vibrant Jamboni-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Sholenda’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 Sholenda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sholenda is 340345. The village spans a total geographical area of 68.43 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721507. Jhargram is nearest town to Sholenda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
Google Map of Sholenda
Population of Sholenda
According to the 2011 Census, Sholenda has a total population of about 513, with approximately 254 males and 259 females. The sex ratio is around 1019 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 56 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 32 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 249. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.93%, with male literacy at about 77.95% and female literacy near 66.02%. There are around 115 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sholenda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 513 | 254 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 29 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 13 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 249 | 123 | 126 |
| Literate Population | 369 | 198 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 56 | 88 |
Connectivity of Sholenda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sholenda. As per the 2011 stats, Sholenda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sholenda
Knowing the nearby villages of Sholenda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sholenda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sholenda
- Where is Sholenda located?
- Sholenda village is situated in Jamboni Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sholenda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sholenda is Chinchra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sholenda?
- The pincode of Sholenda is 721507, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sholenda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sholenda is 513, with 254 males and 259 females.
- How many households are there in Sholenda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sholenda village has a total of 115 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sholenda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sholenda is 71.93%. The male literacy rate is 77.95%, while the female literacy rate is 66.02%.