Sholpara
Sholpara is a village located in Goalpokhar I subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 19.7km away from sub-district headquarter Goalpokhar. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Sholpara village. As per 2009 stats, Goagaon Ii is the gram panchayat of Sholpara village.
Here you can discover what makes Sholpara unique in its vibrant Goalpokhar I-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Sholpara’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 Sholpara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sholpara is 309199. The village spans a total geographical area of 260.21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733210. Krishanganj is nearest town to Sholpara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
Google Map of Sholpara
Population of Sholpara
According to the 2011 Census, Sholpara has a total population of about 4,045, with approximately 2,075 males and 1,970 females. The sex ratio is around 949 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 867 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 878 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 677. The overall literacy rate is approximately 33.35%, with male literacy at about 36.63% and female literacy near 29.90%. There are around 779 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sholpara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,045 | 2,075 | 1,970 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 867 | 449 | 418 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 878 | 456 | 422 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 677 | 331 | 346 |
| Literate Population | 1,349 | 760 | 589 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,696 | 1,315 | 1,381 |
Connectivity of Sholpara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sholpara. As per the 2011 stats, Sholpara 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 Sholpara
Knowing the nearby villages of Sholpara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sholpara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sholpara
- Where is Sholpara located?
- Sholpara village is situated in Goalpokhar I Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sholpara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sholpara is Goagaon Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sholpara?
- The pincode of Sholpara is 733210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sholpara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sholpara is 4,045, with 2,075 males and 1,970 females.
- How many households are there in Sholpara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sholpara village has a total of 779 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sholpara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sholpara is 33.35%. The male literacy rate is 36.63%, while the female literacy rate is 29.90%.