Sankra
About Sankra
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sankra village is 326787. Sankra village is located in Indpur subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.2km away from sub-district headquarter Indpur. Bankura is the district headquarter of Sankra village. As per 2009 stats, Bheduasole is the gram panchayat of Sankra village.
The total geographical area of village is 398.21 hectares. Sankra has a total population of 737 peoples, out of which male population is 372 while female population is 365. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 981 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sankra village is 61.74% out of which 74.73% males and 48.49% females are literate. There are about 172 houses in sankra village. Pincode of sankra village locality is 722136.
When it comes to administration, Sankra village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Sankra village comes under Chhatna Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bankura Lok Sabha constituency. Bankura is nearest town to sankra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
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Population of Sankra
The population details of Sankra cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 737 | 372 | 365 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 105 | 43 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 644 | 328 | 316 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 455 | 278 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 94 | 188 |
Connectivity of Sankra
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sankra
Where is Sankra located?
Sankra village is situated in Indpur Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankra?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankra is Bheduasole (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sankra?
The pincode of Sankra is 722136, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sankra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankra is 737, with 372 males and 365 females.
How many households are there in Sankra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sankra village has a total of 172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankra is 61.74%. The male literacy rate is 74.73%, while the female literacy rate is 48.49%.