Shwetpalas
Shwetpalas is a village located in Raghunathpur Ii subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 28.6km away from sub-district headquarter Raghunathpur (tehsildar office) and 44.2km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Cheliama is the gram panchayat of Shwetpalas village.
Here you can discover what makes Shwetpalas unique in its vibrant Raghunathpur Ii-Puruliya region. You’ll see Shwetpalas’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shwetpalas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shwetpalas is 330175. The village spans a total geographical area of 233.77 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723158. Santaldih is nearest town to Shwetpalas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Shwetpalas
Population of Shwetpalas
According to the 2011 Census, Shwetpalas has a total population of about 1,090, with approximately 571 males and 519 females. The sex ratio is around 908 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 161 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 75 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 341. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.09%, with male literacy at about 63.40% and female literacy near 35.45%. There are around 205 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shwetpalas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,090 | 571 | 519 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 86 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 39 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 341 | 177 | 164 |
| Literate Population | 546 | 362 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 544 | 209 | 335 |
Connectivity of Shwetpalas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shwetpalas. As per the 2011 stats, Shwetpalas 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 Shwetpalas
Knowing the nearby villages of Shwetpalas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shwetpalas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shwetpalas
- Where is Shwetpalas located?
- Shwetpalas village is situated in Raghunathpur Ii Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shwetpalas?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shwetpalas is Cheliama (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shwetpalas?
- The pincode of Shwetpalas is 723158, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shwetpalas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shwetpalas is 1,090, with 571 males and 519 females.
- How many households are there in Shwetpalas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shwetpalas village has a total of 205 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shwetpalas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shwetpalas is 50.09%. The male literacy rate is 63.40%, while the female literacy rate is 35.45%.