Shalbani
Shalbani is a village located in Jhargram subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Jhargram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Shalbani village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Bandhgora is the gram panchayat of Shalbani village.
Shalbani 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 Shalbani
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shalbani is 339603. The village spans a total geographical area of 41.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721507. Jhargram is nearest town to Shalbani village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
As per 2019 stats, Shalbani village comes under Jhargram assembly & parliamentary constituency.
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Population of Shalbani
Below is a concise population overview of Shalbani 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 | 256 | 134 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 197 | 99 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 77 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 57 | 79 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shalbani village:
- The total population of Shalbani village is around 256, including approximately 134 males and 122 females, with a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 37 children aged 0–6 years in Shalbani village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shalbani village has 2 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 197 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shalbani village is about 46.88%, with male literacy at 57.46% and female literacy at 35.25%.
- There are around 60 households in Shalbani village.
Connectivity of Shalbani
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shalbani. As per the 2011 stats, Shalbani 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shalbani
Knowing the nearby villages of Shalbani helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shalbani.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shalbani
- Where is Shalbani located?
- Shalbani village is situated in Jhargram Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shalbani?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shalbani is Bandhgora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shalbani?
- The pincode of Shalbani is 721507, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shalbani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shalbani is 256, with 134 males and 122 females.
- How many households are there in Shalbani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shalbani village has a total of 60 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shalbani as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shalbani is 46.88%. The male literacy rate is 57.46%, while the female literacy rate is 35.25%.