Shaksahar

Shaksahar is a village located in Bhangar I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 24.5km away from sub-district headquarter Gobindapur (tehsildar office) and 31.8km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Shanksahar is the gram panchayat of Shaksahar village.

Shaksahar has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas 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 Shaksahar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shaksahar is 333670. The village spans a total geographical area of 182.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743502. Calcutta is nearest town to Shaksahar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.

When it comes to local governance, Shaksahar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Canning Purba Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Shaksahar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,698 1,899 1,799
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 487 236 251
Scheduled Castes (SC) 226 115 111
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,355 1,296 1,059
Illiterate Population 1,343 603 740

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

  • The total population of Shaksahar village is around 3,698, including approximately 1,899 males and 1,799 females, with a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 487 children aged 0–6 years in Shaksahar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shaksahar village has 226 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shaksahar village is about 63.68%, with male literacy at 68.25% and female literacy at 58.87%.
  • There are around 733 households in Shaksahar village.

Connectivity of Shaksahar

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Shaksahar

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

Jalalabad Kashinathpur Chandaneswar Bausahar Jhungri Erenda Saihati Saitgachhi Jagulgachhi Chandpur Santra

Frequently Asked Questions about Shaksahar

Where is Shaksahar located?
Shaksahar village is situated in Bhangar I Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shaksahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Shaksahar is Shanksahar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shaksahar?
The pincode of Shaksahar is 743502, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shaksahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shaksahar is 3,698, with 1,899 males and 1,799 females.
How many households are there in Shaksahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shaksahar village has a total of 733 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shaksahar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shaksahar is 63.68%. The male literacy rate is 68.25%, while the female literacy rate is 58.87%.