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.
Here you can discover what makes Sankarpur unique in its vibrant Balurghat-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Sankarpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Sankarpur
Population of Sankarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sankarpur has a total population of about 928, with approximately 479 males and 449 females. The sex ratio is around 937 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 91 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 507 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 330. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.54%, with male literacy at about 62.21% and female literacy near 52.56%. There are around 238 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankarpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.