Shatminsa - Diamond Harbour - I, South 24 Parganas
Shatminsa is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.9 km from Diamond Harbour and around 44.9 km from Alipore. Bolsiddhi Kalinagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shatminsa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shatminsa is 334376. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.79 hectares and falls under the 743331 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Shatminsa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shatminsa
As per Census 2011, Shatminsa village has a total population of 2,205 people, consisting of 1,128 males and 1,077 females. The village has 454 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 294 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,574 literate and 631 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shatminsa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,205 | 1,128 | 1,077 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 148 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,574 | 879 | 695 |
| Illiterate Population | 631 | 249 | 382 |
Nearby Villages of Shatminsa
Shatminsa is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shatminsa
Shatminsa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Shatminsa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Shatminsa is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Shatminsa is about 44.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shatminsa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shatminsa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Shatminsa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shatminsa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shatminsa
Where is Shatminsa located?
Shatminsa village is located in Diamond Harbour - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shatminsa?
The Gram Panchayat of Shatminsa is Bolsiddhi Kalinagar.
What is the pincode of Shatminsa?
The pincode of Shatminsa is 743331.
What is the population of Shatminsa?
Shatminsa has a total population of 2,205, including 1,128 males and 1,077 females.
How many households are there in Shatminsa?
There are 454 households in Shatminsa.
What is the literacy rate in Shatminsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shatminsa is 71.38%. Male literacy is 77.93% and female literacy is 64.53%.