Sankhanad Village Overview
Sankhanad is a village in Labpur tehsil of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It lies about 2.5 km from Labpur tehsil headquarters and around 34.2 km from Suri district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Labpur Ii is the Gram Panchayat for Sankhanad village.
The sections below provide essential information about Sankhanad village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankhanad is 317542. The village covers a geographical area of 139.52 hectares and has a pincode of 731303. Bolpur is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Location Map of Sankhanad
Population & Demographics of Sankhanad
This section provides population and demographic details of Sankhanad village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Key population details of Sankhanad village are given below:
- Sankhanad village is a small village with a total population of around 308, including approximately 165 males and 143 females, with a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 308 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy level of Sankhanad village is moderate, with a literacy rate of about 53.90%.
- There are around 74 households in Sankhanad village.
Transport & Connectivity of Sankhanad
Transport facilities help residents of Sankhanad village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a 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
The following villages are located close to Sankhanad and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankhanad
- Where is Sankhanad located?
- Sankhanad village is located in Labpur Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankhanad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sankhanad is Labpur Ii (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Sankhanad?
- The pincode of Sankhanad is 731303.
- What is the population of Sankhanad?
- Sankhanad has a total population of 308, including 165 males and 143 females.
- How many households are there in Sankhanad?
- There are 74 households in Sankhanad.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankhanad?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankhanad is 53.90%. Male literacy is 61.21% and female literacy is 45.45%.