Shilla Berya - Khejuri - II, Purba Medinipur
Shilla Berya is a village situated in the Khejuri - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Nijkasba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shilla Berya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shilla Berya is 346000. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.59 hectares and falls under the 721431 pincode. Contai is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Shilla Berya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shilla Berya
As per Census 2011, Shilla Berya village has a total population of 1,183 people, consisting of 604 males and 579 females. The village has 243 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 153 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 867 literate and 316 illiterate residents. Additionally, 962 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shilla Berya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,183 | 604 | 579 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 74 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 962 | 491 | 471 |
| Literate Population | 867 | 469 | 398 |
| Illiterate Population | 316 | 135 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Shilla Berya
Shilla Berya is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shilla Berya
Shilla Berya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Contai to Shilla Berya is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shilla Berya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shilla Berya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shilla Berya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shilla Berya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Shilla Berya
Where is Shilla Berya located?
Shilla Berya village is located in Khejuri - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shilla Berya?
The Gram Panchayat of Shilla Berya is Nijkasba.
What is the pincode of Shilla Berya?
The pincode of Shilla Berya is 721431.
What is the population of Shilla Berya?
Shilla Berya has a total population of 1,183, including 604 males and 579 females.
How many households are there in Shilla Berya?
There are 243 households in Shilla Berya.
What is the literacy rate in Shilla Berya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shilla Berya is 73.29%. Male literacy is 77.65% and female literacy is 68.74%.