Shirishdanga
Shirishdanga 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 Shirishdanga village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Dherua is the gram panchayat of Shirishdanga village.
Here you can discover what makes Shirishdanga unique in its vibrant Midnapore-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Shirishdanga’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 Shirishdanga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirishdanga is 339209. The village spans a total geographical area of 54.22 hectares. Midnapur is nearest town to Shirishdanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
As per 2019 stats, Shirishdanga village comes under Medinipur assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Shirishdanga
Population of Shirishdanga
According to the 2011 Census, Shirishdanga has a total population of about 417, with approximately 221 males and 196 females. The sex ratio is around 886 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 60 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 359 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 24. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.95%, with male literacy at about 74.66% and female literacy near 56.12%. There are around 87 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shirishdanga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 417 | 221 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 33 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 359 | 192 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 275 | 165 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 56 | 86 |
Connectivity of Shirishdanga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shirishdanga. As per the 2011 stats, Shirishdanga 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shirishdanga
Knowing the nearby villages of Shirishdanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shirishdanga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shirishdanga
- Where is Shirishdanga located?
- Shirishdanga village is situated in Midnapore Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shirishdanga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shirishdanga is Dherua (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Shirishdanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirishdanga is 417, with 221 males and 196 females.
- How many households are there in Shirishdanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shirishdanga village has a total of 87 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shirishdanga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirishdanga is 65.95%. The male literacy rate is 74.66%, while the female literacy rate is 56.12%.