Shaltora

Shaltora is a village located in Santuri subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.6km away from sub-district headquarter Santuri (tehsildar office) and 54.5km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Tarabari is the gram panchayat of Shaltora village.

Shaltora 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 Shaltora

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shaltora is 330566. The village spans a total geographical area of 72.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723151. Raghunathpur is nearest town to Shaltora village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Shaltora

Below is a concise population overview of Shaltora as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 941 475 466
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 119 57 62
Scheduled Castes (SC) 359 181 178
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 622 374 248
Illiterate Population 319 101 218

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shaltora village:

  • The total population of Shaltora village is around 941, including approximately 475 males and 466 females, with a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 119 children aged 0–6 years in Shaltora village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shaltora village has 359 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shaltora village is about 66.10%, with male literacy at 78.74% and female literacy at 53.22%.
  • There are around 221 households in Shaltora village.

Connectivity of Shaltora

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shaltora. As per the 2011 stats, Shaltora had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Shaltora

Knowing the nearby villages of Shaltora helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shaltora.

Benagaria Ghutgarya Amlagarya Nuhuchibad Moraldi Rambhatdi Latulbad Dulalgora Baghaband Ledasan Kherad

Frequently Asked Questions about Shaltora

Where is Shaltora located?
Shaltora village is situated in Santuri Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shaltora?
The Gram Panchayat of Shaltora is Tarabari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shaltora?
The pincode of Shaltora is 723151, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shaltora as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shaltora is 941, with 475 males and 466 females.
How many households are there in Shaltora as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shaltora village has a total of 221 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shaltora as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shaltora is 66.10%. The male literacy rate is 78.74%, while the female literacy rate is 53.22%.