Shaltora - Santuri, Purulia
Shaltora is a village situated in the Santuri subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.6 km from Santuri and around 54.5 km from Purulia. Tarabari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shaltora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shaltora is 330566. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.28 hectares and falls under the 723151 pincode. Raghunathpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Shaltora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Shaltora
According to the 2011 Census, Shaltora village had a total population of 941 people, including 475 males and 466 females, living in 221 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.67%, with male literacy at 89.47% and female literacy at 61.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 359.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 941 | 475 | 466 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 57 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 359 | 181 | 178 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 622 | 374 | 248 |
| Illiterate Population | 319 | 101 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Shaltora
Shaltora 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 Shaltora
Shaltora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Shaltora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raghunathpur to Shaltora is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Shaltora is about 54.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shaltora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shaltora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shaltora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shaltora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shaltora
Where is Shaltora located?
Shaltora village is located in Santuri Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shaltora?
The Gram Panchayat of Shaltora is Tarabari.
What is the pincode of Shaltora?
The pincode of Shaltora is 723151.
What is the population of Shaltora?
Shaltora had a total population of 941, including 475 males and 466 females.
How many households are there in Shaltora?
Shaltora had 221 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shaltora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shaltora was 75.67%. Male literacy was 89.47% and female literacy was 61.39%.