Sholpeta
Sholpeta is a village located in Potashpur I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Amarshi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Sholpeta village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Barhat is the gram panchayat of Sholpeta village.
Sholpeta has its own place in the vibrant Purba 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 Sholpeta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sholpeta is 345011. The village spans a total geographical area of 43.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721454. Egra is nearest town to Sholpeta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
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Population of Sholpeta
Below is a concise population overview of Sholpeta as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 363 | 192 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 21 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 47 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 307 | 171 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 21 | 35 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sholpeta village:
- The total population of Sholpeta village is around 363, including approximately 192 males and 171 females, with a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 30 children aged 0–6 years in Sholpeta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sholpeta village has 88 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sholpeta village is about 84.57%, with male literacy at 89.06% and female literacy at 79.53%.
- There are around 92 households in Sholpeta village.
Connectivity of Sholpeta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sholpeta. As per the 2011 stats, Sholpeta 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 Sholpeta
Knowing the nearby villages of Sholpeta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sholpeta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sholpeta
- Where is Sholpeta located?
- Sholpeta village is situated in Potashpur I Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sholpeta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sholpeta is Barhat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sholpeta?
- The pincode of Sholpeta is 721454, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sholpeta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sholpeta is 363, with 192 males and 171 females.
- How many households are there in Sholpeta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sholpeta village has a total of 92 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sholpeta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sholpeta is 84.57%. The male literacy rate is 89.06%, while the female literacy rate is 79.53%.