Shimlon
Shimlon is a village 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.
Shimlon 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 Shimlon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shimlon is 330297. The village spans a total geographical area of 78.87 hectares, and the pincode of the 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
Below is a concise population overview of Shimlon 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 | 476 | 255 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 37 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 240 | 132 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 155 | 78 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 263 | 180 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 75 | 138 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shimlon village:
- The total population of Shimlon village is around 476, including approximately 255 males and 221 females, with a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 71 children aged 0–6 years in Shimlon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shimlon village has 240 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 155 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shimlon village is about 55.25%, with male literacy at 70.59% and female literacy at 37.56%.
- There are around 103 households in Shimlon village.
Connectivity of Shimlon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shimlon. As per the 2011 stats, Shimlon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Shimlon
Knowing the nearby villages of Shimlon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shimlon.
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%.