Shalchura
Shalchura is a village located in Neturia subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.6km away from sub-district headquarter Neturia (tehsildar office) and 67km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Guniara is the gram panchayat of Shalchura village.
Shalchura 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 Shalchura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shalchura is 330398. The village spans a total geographical area of 153.31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723133. Panchet is nearest town to Shalchura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Shalchura
Population of Shalchura
Below is a concise population overview of Shalchura 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 | 195 | 94 | 101 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 13 | 18 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 150 | 73 | 77 |
Literate Population | 76 | 48 | 28 |
Illiterate Population | 119 | 46 | 73 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shalchura village:
- The total population of Shalchura village is around 195, including approximately 94 males and 101 females, with a sex ratio of 1074 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 31 children aged 0–6 years in Shalchura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shalchura village has 15 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 150 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shalchura village is about 38.97%, with male literacy at 51.06% and female literacy at 27.72%.
- There are around 38 households in Shalchura village.
Connectivity of Shalchura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shalchura. As per the 2011 stats, Shalchura 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 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shalchura
Knowing the nearby villages of Shalchura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shalchura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shalchura
- Where is Shalchura located?
- Shalchura village is situated in Neturia Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shalchura?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shalchura is Guniara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shalchura?
- The pincode of Shalchura is 723133, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shalchura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shalchura is 195, with 94 males and 101 females.
- How many households are there in Shalchura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shalchura village has a total of 38 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shalchura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shalchura is 38.97%. The male literacy rate is 51.06%, while the female literacy rate is 27.72%.