Shimlon
About Shimlon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shimlon village is 330297. Shimlon village is located in Raghunathpur I subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Raghunathpur (tehsildar office) and 76.6km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Nutandi is the gram panchayat of Shimlon village.
The total geographical area of village is 78.87 hectares. Shimlon has a total population of 476 peoples, out of which male population is 255 while female population is 221. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 866 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shimlon village is 55.25% out of which 70.59% males and 37.56% females are literate. There are about 103 houses in shimlon village. Pincode of shimlon village locality is 723133.
Raghunathpur is nearest town to shimlon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
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Population of Shimlon
The population details of Shimlon 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 | 476 | 255 | 221 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 71 | 37 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 240 | 132 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 155 | 78 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 263 | 180 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 75 | 138 |
Connectivity of Shimlon
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shimlon
Where is Shimlon located?
Shimlon village is situated in Raghunathpur I Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shimlon?
The Gram Panchayat of Shimlon is Nutandi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shimlon?
The pincode of Shimlon is 723133, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shimlon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shimlon is 476, with 255 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Shimlon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shimlon village has a total of 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shimlon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shimlon is 55.25%. The male literacy rate is 70.59%, while the female literacy rate is 37.56%.