Shelya

Shelya is a village located in Sabang subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Sabang are the district & sub-district headquarters of Shelya village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Narayanbarh is the gram panchayat of Shelya village.

Shelya 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 Shelya

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shelya is 342907. The village spans a total geographical area of 45.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721144. Kharagpur is nearest town to Shelya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 62km away.

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Population of Shelya

Below is a concise population overview of Shelya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 404 200 204
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 41 19 22
Scheduled Castes (SC) 24 12 12
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 319 174 145
Illiterate Population 85 26 59

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shelya village:

  • The total population of Shelya village is around 404, including approximately 200 males and 204 females, with a sex ratio of 1020 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 41 children aged 0–6 years in Shelya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shelya village has 24 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shelya village is about 78.96%, with male literacy at 87.00% and female literacy at 71.08%.
  • There are around 100 households in Shelya village.

Connectivity of Shelya

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shelya. As per the 2011 stats, Shelya 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 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Shelya

Knowing the nearby villages of Shelya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shelya.

Andulia Gopal Chak Basudebpur Birbhanupur Hariharpur Kalyanpur Narayanbar Sadulyapur Manoharpur Amarbar Dakshin Banshbani

Frequently Asked Questions about Shelya

Where is Shelya located?
Shelya village is situated in Sabang Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shelya?
The Gram Panchayat of Shelya is Narayanbarh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shelya?
The pincode of Shelya is 721144, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shelya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shelya is 404, with 200 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in Shelya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shelya village has a total of 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shelya as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shelya is 78.96%. The male literacy rate is 87.00%, while the female literacy rate is 71.08%.