Sankarpur

Sankarpur is a village located in Shikaripara subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 37km away from sub-district headquarter Sikaripara (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Maluti is the gram panchayat of Sankarpur village.

Sankarpur has its own place in the vibrant Dumka 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 Sankarpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankarpur is 371049. The village spans a total geographical area of 120.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 816103. Dumka is nearest town to Sankarpur village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Sankarpur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 360 181 179
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 44 22 22
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 360 181 179
Literate Population 136 88 48
Illiterate Population 224 93 131

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

  • The total population of Sankarpur village is around 360, including approximately 181 males and 179 females, with a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 44 children aged 0–6 years in Sankarpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sankarpur village has 360 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sankarpur village is about 37.78%, with male literacy at 48.62% and female literacy at 26.82%.
  • There are around 73 households in Sankarpur village.

Connectivity of Sankarpur

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

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

Nearby Villages of Sankarpur

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

Sivalpahari Salbani Kendpathar Partabpur Murgatala Dhanghara Kalipathar Dhawadangal Laripahari Sijua Kalagachhi

Frequently Asked Questions about Sankarpur

Where is Sankarpur located?
Sankarpur village is situated in Shikaripara Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankarpur is Maluti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sankarpur?
The pincode of Sankarpur is 816103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankarpur is 360, with 181 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Sankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sankarpur village has a total of 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankarpur is 37.78%. The male literacy rate is 48.62%, while the female literacy rate is 26.82%.