Dakshin Shitala
Dakshin Shitala is a village located in Ramnagar Ii subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Baisai are the district & sub-district headquarters of Dakshin Shitala village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Satilapur is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Shitala village.
Here you can discover what makes Dakshin Shitala unique in its vibrant Ramnagar Ii-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Dakshin Shitala’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 Dakshin Shitala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dakshin Shitala is 347108. The village spans a total geographical area of 116.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721423. Contai is nearest town to Dakshin Shitala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Dakshin Shitala
Population of Dakshin Shitala
According to the 2011 Census, Dakshin Shitala has a total population of about 1,605, with approximately 833 males and 772 females. The sex ratio is around 926 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 136 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 443 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 83.86%, with male literacy at about 87.15% and female literacy near 80.31%. There are around 307 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dakshin Shitala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,605 | 833 | 772 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 73 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 443 | 236 | 207 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,346 | 726 | 620 |
| Illiterate Population | 259 | 107 | 152 |
Connectivity of Dakshin Shitala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dakshin Shitala. As per the 2011 stats, Dakshin Shitala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dakshin Shitala
Knowing the nearby villages of Dakshin Shitala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dakshin Shitala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dakshin Shitala
- Where is Dakshin Shitala located?
- Dakshin Shitala village is situated in Ramnagar Ii Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Shitala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Shitala is Satilapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dakshin Shitala?
- The pincode of Dakshin Shitala is 721423, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dakshin Shitala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dakshin Shitala is 1,605, with 833 males and 772 females.
- How many households are there in Dakshin Shitala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dakshin Shitala village has a total of 307 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dakshin Shitala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dakshin Shitala is 83.86%. The male literacy rate is 87.15%, while the female literacy rate is 80.31%.