Shankshol - Gurbandha, East Singhbum
Shankshol is a village situated in the Gurbandha subdivision of East Singhbum district, Jharkhand. Balijuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shankshol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shankshol is 364239. The village covers a total geographical area of 60 hectares and falls under the 831004 pincode.
Shankshol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baharagora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamshedpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shankshol
According to the 2011 Census, Shankshol village had a total population of 57 people, including 30 males and 27 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.17%, with male literacy at 76.92% and female literacy at 27.27%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 57.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 57 | 30 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 30 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 26 | 20 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 10 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Shankshol
Shankshol is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Panrra Pathar | West | 0.64 km |
| Hatidahar | North-East | 0.68 km |
| Naikanshol | South-East | 0.91 km |
| Chhota Hatidahar | North | 1.56 km |
| Larkabasa | West | 1.72 km |
| Morotaliya | East | 1.99 km |
| Baljuri | North-East | 2.00 km |
| Bera Pal | North-West | 2.04 km |
| Nekradangri | South | 2.07 km |
| Churyapahar | South-West | 2.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shankshol
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Shankshol. The nearest railway station is Kokpara, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Shankshol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shankshol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shankshol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shankshol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shankshol
Where is Shankshol located?
Shankshol village is located in Gurbandha Subdivision, East Singhbum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shankshol?
The Gram Panchayat of Shankshol is Balijuri.
What is the pincode of Shankshol?
The pincode of Shankshol is 831004.
What is the population of Shankshol?
Shankshol had a total population of 57, including 30 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Shankshol?
Shankshol had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shankshol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shankshol was 54.17%. Male literacy was 76.92% and female literacy was 27.27%.