Shonpur
Shonpur is a village located in Ramnagar I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Ramnagar are the district & sub-district headquarters of Shonpur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Basantapur is the gram panchayat of Shonpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Shonpur unique in its vibrant Ramnagar I-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Shonpur’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 Shonpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shonpur is 346886. The village spans a total geographical area of 113.63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721446. Contai is nearest town to Shonpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Shonpur
Population of Shonpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shonpur has a total population of about 1,508, with approximately 746 males and 762 females. The sex ratio is around 1021 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 185 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 138 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 74.93%, with male literacy at about 80.70% and female literacy near 69.29%. There are around 292 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shonpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,508 | 746 | 762 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 100 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 138 | 63 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,130 | 602 | 528 |
| Illiterate Population | 378 | 144 | 234 |
Connectivity of Shonpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shonpur. As per the 2011 stats, Shonpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shonpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Shonpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shonpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shonpur
- Where is Shonpur located?
- Shonpur village is situated in Ramnagar I Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shonpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shonpur is Basantapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shonpur?
- The pincode of Shonpur is 721446, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shonpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shonpur is 1,508, with 746 males and 762 females.
- How many households are there in Shonpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shonpur village has a total of 292 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shonpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shonpur is 74.93%. The male literacy rate is 80.70%, while the female literacy rate is 69.29%.