Sankarpur
Sankarpur is a village located in Balurghat subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.2km away from Balurghat, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Sankarpur village. As per 2009 stats, Amritakhand is the gram panchayat of Sankarpur village.
Sankarpur has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Dinajpur 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 311316. The village spans a total geographical area of 161.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733103. Balurghat is nearest town to Sankarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
As per 2019 stats, Sankarpur village comes under Balurghat assembly & parliamentary constituency.
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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.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 928 | 479 | 449 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 53 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 507 | 267 | 240 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 330 | 168 | 162 |
| Literate Population | 534 | 298 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 394 | 181 | 213 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankarpur village:
- The total population of Sankarpur village is around 928, including approximately 479 males and 449 females, with a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 91 children aged 0–6 years in Sankarpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sankarpur village has 507 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 330 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sankarpur village is about 57.54%, with male literacy at 62.21% and female literacy at 52.56%.
- There are around 238 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankarpur
- Where is Sankarpur located?
- Sankarpur village is situated in Balurghat Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankarpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sankarpur is Amritakhand (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 733103, 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 928, with 479 males and 449 females.
- How many households are there in Sankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankarpur village has a total of 238 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankarpur is 57.54%. The male literacy rate is 62.21%, while the female literacy rate is 52.56%.