Shilingda
Shilingda is a village located in Bagmundi subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 18.9km away from sub-district headquarter Pathardihi (tehsildar office) and 52.6km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Ajodhya is the gram panchayat of Shilingda village.
Shilingda has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 Shilingda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shilingda is 331622. The village spans a total geographical area of 307.56 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723152. Puruliya is nearest town to Shilingda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
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Population of Shilingda
Below is a concise population overview of Shilingda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 369 | 195 | 174 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 37 | 31 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 369 | 195 | 174 |
Literate Population | 146 | 101 | 45 |
Illiterate Population | 223 | 94 | 129 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shilingda village:
- The total population of Shilingda village is around 369, including approximately 195 males and 174 females, with a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 68 children aged 0–6 years in Shilingda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shilingda village has 369 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shilingda village is about 39.57%, with male literacy at 51.79% and female literacy at 25.86%.
- There are around 82 households in Shilingda village.
Connectivity of Shilingda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shilingda. As per the 2011 stats, Shilingda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shilingda
Knowing the nearby villages of Shilingda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shilingda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shilingda
- Where is Shilingda located?
- Shilingda village is situated in Bagmundi Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shilingda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shilingda is Ajodhya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shilingda?
- The pincode of Shilingda is 723152, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shilingda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shilingda is 369, with 195 males and 174 females.
- How many households are there in Shilingda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shilingda village has a total of 82 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shilingda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shilingda is 39.57%. The male literacy rate is 51.79%, while the female literacy rate is 25.86%.