Shaldiha

Shaldiha is a village located in Hura subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.5km away from sub-district headquarter Hura (tehsildar office) and 21.5km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Ladhurka is the gram panchayat of Shaldiha village.

Shaldiha 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 Shaldiha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shaldiha is 330839. The village spans a total geographical area of 157.42 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723101. Purulia is nearest town to Shaldiha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

When it comes to local governance, Shaldiha village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kashipur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Purulia Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Shaldiha

Below is a concise population overview of Shaldiha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 475 245 230
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 71 37 34
Scheduled Castes (SC) 196 102 94
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 286 173 113
Illiterate Population 189 72 117

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shaldiha village:

  • The total population of Shaldiha village is around 475, including approximately 245 males and 230 females, with a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 71 children aged 0–6 years in Shaldiha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shaldiha village has 196 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shaldiha village is about 60.21%, with male literacy at 70.61% and female literacy at 49.13%.
  • There are around 90 households in Shaldiha village.

Connectivity of Shaldiha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shaldiha. As per the 2011 stats, Shaldiha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Shaldiha

Knowing the nearby villages of Shaldiha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shaldiha.

Jabrra Gundlubari Punchadi Gurda Phulberia Kapatkata Lakshanpur Layekdi Kulgara Dumkadi Nadiha

Frequently Asked Questions about Shaldiha

Where is Shaldiha located?
Shaldiha village is situated in Hura Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shaldiha?
The Gram Panchayat of Shaldiha is Ladhurka (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shaldiha?
The pincode of Shaldiha is 723101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shaldiha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shaldiha is 475, with 245 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Shaldiha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shaldiha village has a total of 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shaldiha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shaldiha is 60.21%. The male literacy rate is 70.61%, while the female literacy rate is 49.13%.