Shashinda
Shashinda 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 Shashinda village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Hemchandra is the gram panchayat of Shashinda village.
Here you can discover what makes Shashinda unique in its vibrant Narayangarh-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Shashinda’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 Shashinda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shashinda is 343268. The village spans a total geographical area of 148.14 hectares. Kharagpur is nearest town to Shashinda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.
Google Map of Shashinda
Population of Shashinda
According to the 2011 Census, Shashinda has a total population of about 3,188, with approximately 1,611 males and 1,577 females. The sex ratio is around 978 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 320 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 557 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 258. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.20%, with male literacy at about 83.24% and female literacy near 73.05%. There are around 727 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shashinda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,188 | 1,611 | 1,577 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 320 | 169 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 557 | 288 | 269 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 258 | 126 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 2,493 | 1,341 | 1,152 |
| Illiterate Population | 695 | 270 | 425 |
Connectivity of Shashinda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shashinda. As per the 2011 stats, Shashinda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shashinda
Knowing the nearby villages of Shashinda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shashinda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shashinda
- Where is Shashinda located?
- Shashinda village is situated in Narayangarh Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shashinda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shashinda is Hemchandra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Shashinda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shashinda is 3,188, with 1,611 males and 1,577 females.
- How many households are there in Shashinda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shashinda village has a total of 727 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shashinda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shashinda is 78.20%. The male literacy rate is 83.24%, while the female literacy rate is 73.05%.