Shitalpur
Shitalpur is a village located in Raiganj subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 18km away from Raiganj, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Shitalpur village. As per 2009 stats, Sitgram is the gram panchayat of Shitalpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Shitalpur unique in its vibrant Raiganj-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Shitalpur’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 Shitalpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shitalpur is 309637. The village spans a total geographical area of 106.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733134. Raiganj is nearest town to Shitalpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shitalpur 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 Hemtabad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raiganj Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shitalpur
Population of Shitalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shitalpur has a total population of about 496, with approximately 278 males and 218 females. The sex ratio is around 784 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 82 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 129 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 31.05%, with male literacy at about 36.33% and female literacy near 24.31%. There are around 92 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shitalpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 496 | 278 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 51 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 74 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 154 | 101 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 342 | 177 | 165 |
Connectivity of Shitalpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shitalpur. As per the 2011 stats, Shitalpur 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 Shitalpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Shitalpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shitalpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shitalpur
- Where is Shitalpur located?
- Shitalpur village is situated in Raiganj Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shitalpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shitalpur is Sitgram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shitalpur?
- The pincode of Shitalpur is 733134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shitalpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shitalpur is 496, with 278 males and 218 females.
- How many households are there in Shitalpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shitalpur village has a total of 92 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shitalpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shitalpur is 31.05%. The male literacy rate is 36.33%, while the female literacy rate is 24.31%.