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.
Here you can discover what makes Shalbani unique in its vibrant Jhargram-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Shalbani’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 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.
Google Map of Shalbani
Population of Shalbani
According to the 2011 Census, Shalbani has a total population of about 256, with approximately 134 males and 122 females. The sex ratio is around 910 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 37 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 197. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.88%, with male literacy at about 57.46% and female literacy near 35.25%. There are around 60 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shalbani's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.