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.
Here you can discover what makes Shelya unique in its vibrant Sabang-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Shelya’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Shelya has a total population of about 404, with approximately 200 males and 204 females. The sex ratio is around 1020 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 41 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 24 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 78.96%, with male literacy at about 87.00% and female literacy near 71.08%. There are around 100 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shelya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.