Sankair

Sankair is a village located in Tapan subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.4km away from sub-district headquarter Tapan. Balurghat is the district headquarter of Sankair village. As per 2009 stats, Gophanagar is the gram panchayat of Sankair village.

Here you can discover what makes Sankair unique in its vibrant Tapan-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Sankair’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 Sankair

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankair is 311489. The village spans a total geographical area of 209.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733127. Balurghat is nearest town to Sankair village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

When it comes to local governance, Sankair village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tapan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Sankair

According to the 2011 Census, Sankair has a total population of about 945, with approximately 490 males and 455 females. The sex ratio is around 928 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 109 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 402 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 235. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.02%, with male literacy at about 70.20% and female literacy near 57.36%. There are around 231 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankair's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 945 490 455
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 109 53 56
Scheduled Castes (SC) 402 209 193
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 235 119 116
Literate Population 605 344 261
Illiterate Population 340 146 194

Connectivity of Sankair

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankair. As per the 2011 stats, Sankair had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sankair

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Sankair

Where is Sankair located?
Sankair village is situated in Tapan Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankair?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankair is Gophanagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sankair?
The pincode of Sankair is 733127, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sankair as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankair is 945, with 490 males and 455 females.
How many households are there in Sankair as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sankair village has a total of 231 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankair as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankair is 64.02%. The male literacy rate is 70.20%, while the female literacy rate is 57.36%.