Purbba Shankarpur
About Purbba Shankarpur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Purbba Shankarpur village is 310713. Purbba Shankarpur village is located in Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Gangarampur (tehsildar office) and 35.1km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Ashokegram is the gram panchayat of Purbba Shankarpur village.
The total geographical area of village is 44.83 hectares. Purbba Shankarpur has a total population of 248 peoples, out of which male population is 133 while female population is 115. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 864 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of purbba shankarpur village is 74.19% out of which 76.69% males and 71.30% females are literate. There are about 56 houses in purbba shankarpur village. Pincode of purbba shankarpur village locality is 733124.
When it comes to administration, Purbba Shankarpur 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, Purbba Shankarpur village comes under Kumarganj Vidhan Sabha constituency & Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency. Gangarampur is nearest town to purbba shankarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
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Population of Purbba Shankarpur
The population details of Purbba Shankarpur 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 | 248 | 133 | 115 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 184 | 102 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 31 | 33 |
Connectivity of Purbba Shankarpur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 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 Purbba Shankarpur
Where is Purbba Shankarpur located?
Purbba Shankarpur village is situated in Gangarampur Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purbba Shankarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purbba Shankarpur is Ashokegram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Purbba Shankarpur?
The pincode of Purbba Shankarpur is 733124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Purbba Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purbba Shankarpur is 248, with 133 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Purbba Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purbba Shankarpur village has a total of 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purbba Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purbba Shankarpur is 74.19%. The male literacy rate is 76.69%, while the female literacy rate is 71.30%.