Shatkanai
Shatkanai is a village located in Egra I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Egra are the district & sub-district headquarters of Shatkanai village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Sahara is the gram panchayat of Shatkanai village.
Here you can discover what makes Shatkanai unique in its vibrant Egra I-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Shatkanai’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 Shatkanai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shatkanai is 346676. The village spans a total geographical area of 77.73 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721448. Egra is nearest town to Shatkanai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Shatkanai
Population of Shatkanai
According to the 2011 Census, Shatkanai has a total population of about 1,159, with approximately 604 males and 555 females. The sex ratio is around 918 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 140 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 547 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 70.84%, with male literacy at about 77.65% and female literacy near 63.42%. There are around 234 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shatkanai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,159 | 604 | 555 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 84 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 547 | 274 | 273 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 821 | 469 | 352 |
| Illiterate Population | 338 | 135 | 203 |
Connectivity of Shatkanai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shatkanai. As per the 2011 stats, Shatkanai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shatkanai
Knowing the nearby villages of Shatkanai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shatkanai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shatkanai
- Where is Shatkanai located?
- Shatkanai village is situated in Egra I Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shatkanai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shatkanai is Sahara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shatkanai?
- The pincode of Shatkanai is 721448, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shatkanai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shatkanai is 1,159, with 604 males and 555 females.
- How many households are there in Shatkanai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shatkanai village has a total of 234 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shatkanai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shatkanai is 70.84%. The male literacy rate is 77.65%, while the female literacy rate is 63.42%.