Shaljora
Shaljora is a village located in Narayangarh subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Belda are the district & sub-district headquarters of Shaljora village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Bakhrabad is the gram panchayat of Shaljora village.
Here you can discover what makes Shaljora unique in its vibrant Narayangarh-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Shaljora’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 Shaljora
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shaljora is 343373. The village spans a total geographical area of 172.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721424. Kharagpur is nearest town to Shaljora village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 41km away.
Google Map of Shaljora
Population of Shaljora
According to the 2011 Census, Shaljora has a total population of about 1,331, with approximately 687 males and 644 females. The sex ratio is around 937 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 148 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 277 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 308. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.74%, with male literacy at about 84.57% and female literacy near 72.52%. There are around 313 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shaljora's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,331 | 687 | 644 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 80 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 277 | 139 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 308 | 155 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 1,048 | 581 | 467 |
| Illiterate Population | 283 | 106 | 177 |
Connectivity of Shaljora
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shaljora. As per the 2011 stats, Shaljora 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shaljora
Knowing the nearby villages of Shaljora helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shaljora.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shaljora
- Where is Shaljora located?
- Shaljora village is situated in Narayangarh Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shaljora?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shaljora is Bakhrabad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shaljora?
- The pincode of Shaljora is 721424, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shaljora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shaljora is 1,331, with 687 males and 644 females.
- How many households are there in Shaljora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shaljora village has a total of 313 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shaljora as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shaljora is 78.74%. The male literacy rate is 84.57%, while the female literacy rate is 72.52%.