Sankhanad

Sankhanad is a village located in Labpur subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 2.5km away from sub-district headquarter Labpur (tehsildar office) and 34.2km away from district headquarter Suri. As per 2009 stats, Labpur Ii is the gram panchayat of Sankhanad village.

Sankhanad has its own place in the vibrant Birbhum 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 Sankhanad

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankhanad is 317542. The village spans a total geographical area of 139.52 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 731303. Bolpur is nearest town to Sankhanad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.

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Population of Sankhanad

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 308 165 143
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 34 17 17
Scheduled Castes (SC) 308 165 143
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 166 101 65
Illiterate Population 142 64 78

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

  • The total population of Sankhanad village is around 308, including approximately 165 males and 143 females, with a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 34 children aged 0–6 years in Sankhanad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sankhanad village has 308 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sankhanad village is about 53.90%, with male literacy at 61.21% and female literacy at 45.45%.
  • There are around 74 households in Sankhanad village.

Connectivity of Sankhanad

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

Nearby Villages of Sankhanad

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

Madhugram Bhalas Ghattor Puran Mahugram Phalgram Debipur Sarparajpur Lohadda Surulia Dula Sahapur Ranipara

Frequently Asked Questions about Sankhanad

Where is Sankhanad located?
Sankhanad village is situated in Labpur Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankhanad?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankhanad is Labpur Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sankhanad?
The pincode of Sankhanad is 731303, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sankhanad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankhanad is 308, with 165 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Sankhanad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sankhanad village has a total of 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankhanad as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankhanad is 53.90%. The male literacy rate is 61.21%, while the female literacy rate is 45.45%.