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.

Shitalpur has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Dinajpur 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 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.

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Population of Shitalpur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Shitalpur village is around 496, including approximately 278 males and 218 females, with a sex ratio of 784 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 82 children aged 0–6 years in Shitalpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shitalpur village has 129 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shitalpur village is about 31.05%, with male literacy at 36.33% and female literacy at 24.31%.
  • There are around 92 households in Shitalpur village.

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.

Nazirpur Adiar Runia Sariabad Makdampur Fazilpur Dumaria Ghagra Tenra Chapra Paikpara

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%.