Shirsha
Shirsha is a village located in Keshpur subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.6km away from sub-district headquarter Keshpur. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Shirsha village. As per 2009 stats, Shirsha village is also a gram panchayat.
Shirsha 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 Shirsha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirsha is 338202. The village spans a total geographical area of 83.18 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721150. Chandrakona is nearest town to Shirsha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Shirsha
Population of Shirsha
Below is a concise population overview of Shirsha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 611 | 313 | 298 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 29 | 31 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 21 | 12 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 491 | 268 | 223 |
Illiterate Population | 120 | 45 | 75 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shirsha village:
- The total population of Shirsha village is around 611, including approximately 313 males and 298 females, with a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 60 children aged 0–6 years in Shirsha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shirsha village has 33 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Shirsha village is about 80.36%, with male literacy at 85.62% and female literacy at 74.83%.
- There are around 135 households in Shirsha village.
Connectivity of Shirsha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shirsha. As per the 2011 stats, Shirsha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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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 Shirsha
Knowing the nearby villages of Shirsha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shirsha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shirsha
- Where is Shirsha located?
- Shirsha village is situated in Keshpur Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shirsha?
- Shirsha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shirsha?
- The pincode of Shirsha is 721150, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shirsha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirsha is 611, with 313 males and 298 females.
- How many households are there in Shirsha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shirsha village has a total of 135 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shirsha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirsha is 80.36%. The male literacy rate is 85.62%, while the female literacy rate is 74.83%.