Shalaya
Shalaya is a village 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.
Shalaya 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 Shalaya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shalaya is 330781. The village spans a total geographical area of 190.2 hectares, and the pincode of the 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
Below is a concise population overview of Shalaya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 946 | 473 | 473 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 65 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 216 | 108 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 391 | 191 | 200 |
| Literate Population | 583 | 342 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 363 | 131 | 232 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shalaya village:
- The total population of Shalaya village is around 946, including approximately 473 males and 473 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 135 children aged 0–6 years in Shalaya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shalaya village has 216 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 391 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shalaya village is about 61.63%, with male literacy at 72.30% and female literacy at 50.95%.
- There are around 211 households in Shalaya village.
Connectivity of Shalaya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shalaya. As per the 2011 stats, Shalaya 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 Shalaya
Knowing the nearby villages of Shalaya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shalaya.
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%.