Shalikha
Shalikha is a village located in Midnapore subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Midnapore are the district & sub-district headquarters of Shalikha village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Monidaha is the gram panchayat of Shalikha village.
Here you can discover what makes Shalikha unique in its vibrant Midnapore-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Shalikha’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 Shalikha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shalikha is 339328. The village spans a total geographical area of 48.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721102. Midnapur is nearest town to Shalikha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
As per 2019 stats, Shalikha village comes under Medinipur assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Shalikha
Population of Shalikha
According to the 2011 Census, Shalikha has a total population of about 519, with approximately 255 males and 264 females. The sex ratio is around 1035 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 63 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 329 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.62%, with male literacy at about 73.33% and female literacy near 52.27%. There are around 116 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shalikha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 519 | 255 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 31 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 329 | 157 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 325 | 187 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 68 | 126 |
Connectivity of Shalikha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shalikha. As per the 2011 stats, Shalikha 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shalikha
Knowing the nearby villages of Shalikha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shalikha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shalikha
- Where is Shalikha located?
- Shalikha village is situated in Midnapore Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shalikha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shalikha is Monidaha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shalikha?
- The pincode of Shalikha is 721102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shalikha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shalikha is 519, with 255 males and 264 females.
- How many households are there in Shalikha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shalikha village has a total of 116 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shalikha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shalikha is 62.62%. The male literacy rate is 73.33%, while the female literacy rate is 52.27%.