Shyam Chak
Shyam Chak is a village located in Bhagawanpur I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Kajlagarh are the district & sub-district headquarters of Shyam Chak village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Simulia is the gram panchayat of Shyam Chak village.
Here you can discover what makes Shyam Chak unique in its vibrant Bhagawanpur I-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Shyam Chak’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 Shyam Chak
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shyam Chak is 345500. The village spans a total geographical area of 27.3 hectares. Contai is nearest town to Shyam Chak village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
Google Map of Shyam Chak
Population of Shyam Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Shyam Chak has a total population of about 609, with approximately 306 males and 303 females. The sex ratio is around 990 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 86 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 37 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 80.95%, with male literacy at about 83.01% and female literacy near 78.88%. There are around 145 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shyam Chak's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 609 | 306 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 41 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 493 | 254 | 239 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 52 | 64 |
Connectivity of Shyam Chak
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shyam Chak. As per the 2011 stats, Shyam Chak 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shyam Chak
Knowing the nearby villages of Shyam Chak helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shyam Chak.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shyam Chak
- Where is Shyam Chak located?
- Shyam Chak village is situated in Bhagawanpur I Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shyam Chak?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shyam Chak is Simulia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Shyam Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shyam Chak is 609, with 306 males and 303 females.
- How many households are there in Shyam Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shyam Chak village has a total of 145 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shyam Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shyam Chak is 80.95%. The male literacy rate is 83.01%, while the female literacy rate is 78.88%.