Shushihar

Shushihar is a village located in Raiganj subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 3.3km away from Raiganj, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Shushihar village. As per 2009 stats, Kamalabari Ii is the gram panchayat of Shushihar village.

Here you can discover what makes Shushihar unique in its vibrant Raiganj-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Shushihar’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 Shushihar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shushihar is 309753. The village spans a total geographical area of 242.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733130. Raiganj is nearest town to Shushihar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.

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Population of Shushihar

According to the 2011 Census, Shushihar has a total population of about 1,779, with approximately 943 males and 836 females. The sex ratio is around 886 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 166 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 948 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 122. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.33%, with male literacy at about 71.05% and female literacy near 50.36%. There are around 387 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shushihar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,779 943 836
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 166 94 72
Scheduled Castes (SC) 948 503 445
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 122 64 58
Literate Population 1,091 670 421
Illiterate Population 688 273 415

Connectivity of Shushihar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shushihar. As per the 2011 stats, Shushihar 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Shushihar

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Shushihar

Where is Shushihar located?
Shushihar village is situated in Raiganj Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shushihar?
The Gram Panchayat of Shushihar is Kamalabari Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shushihar?
The pincode of Shushihar is 733130, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shushihar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shushihar is 1,779, with 943 males and 836 females.
How many households are there in Shushihar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shushihar village has a total of 387 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shushihar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shushihar is 61.33%. The male literacy rate is 71.05%, while the female literacy rate is 50.36%.