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.
Here you can discover what makes Sholpeta unique in its vibrant Potashpur I-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Sholpeta’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 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.
Google Map of Sholpeta
Population of Sholpeta
According to the 2011 Census, Sholpeta has a total population of about 363, with approximately 192 males and 171 females. The sex ratio is around 890 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 30 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 88 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 84.57%, with male literacy at about 89.06% and female literacy near 79.53%. There are around 92 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sholpeta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.