Shalaya
About Shalaya
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shalaya village is 330781. Shalaya village is located in Kashipur subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Kashipur (tehsildar office) and 39.9km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Agardi Chitra is the gram panchayat of Shalaya village.
The total geographical area of village is 190.2 hectares. Shalaya has a total population of 946 peoples, out of which male population is 473 while female population is 473. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1000 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shalaya village is 61.63% out of which 72.30% males and 50.95% females are literate. There are about 211 houses in shalaya village. Pincode of shalaya village locality is 723130.
Raghunathpur is nearest town to shalaya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.
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Population of Shalaya
The population details of Shalaya cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 946 | 473 | 473 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 135 | 65 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 216 | 108 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 391 | 191 | 200 |
| Literate Population | 583 | 342 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 363 | 131 | 232 |
Connectivity of Shalaya
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shalaya
Where is Shalaya located?
Shalaya village is situated in Kashipur Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shalaya?
The Gram Panchayat of Shalaya is Agardi Chitra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shalaya?
The pincode of Shalaya is 723130, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shalaya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shalaya is 946, with 473 males and 473 females.
How many households are there in Shalaya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shalaya village has a total of 211 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shalaya as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shalaya is 61.63%. The male literacy rate is 72.30%, while the female literacy rate is 50.95%.