Sankhali

Sankhali is a village located in Panchla subdivision of Haora district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 2.5km away from sub-district headquarter Panchla (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Howrah. As per 2009 stats, Bikihakola is the gram panchayat of Sankhali village.

Sankhali has its own place in the vibrant Haora 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 Sankhali

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankhali is 332885. The village spans a total geographical area of 116.07 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 711322. Ulberia is nearest town to Sankhali village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Sankhali

Below is a concise population overview of Sankhali as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,290 2,140 2,150
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 594 293 301
Scheduled Castes (SC) 467 234 233
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,888 1,487 1,401
Illiterate Population 1,402 653 749

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankhali village:

  • The total population of Sankhali village is around 4,290, including approximately 2,140 males and 2,150 females, with a sex ratio of 1004 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 594 children aged 0–6 years in Sankhali village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sankhali village has 467 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sankhali village is about 67.32%, with male literacy at 69.49% and female literacy at 65.16%.
  • There are around 839 households in Sankhali village.

Connectivity of Sankhali

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankhali. As per the 2011 stats, Sankhali had access to public bus service, private bus service and 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 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Sankhali

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

Samanti Shyamchak Jala Bishwanathpur Jayrampur Ranihati Dakshin Panchla Dhamsa Kulai Satgharia Belkulai Khayjapur

Frequently Asked Questions about Sankhali

Where is Sankhali located?
Sankhali village is situated in Panchla Subdivision, within the Haora district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankhali?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankhali is Bikihakola (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sankhali?
The pincode of Sankhali is 711322, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sankhali as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankhali is 4,290, with 2,140 males and 2,150 females.
How many households are there in Sankhali as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sankhali village has a total of 839 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankhali as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankhali is 67.32%. The male literacy rate is 69.49%, while the female literacy rate is 65.16%.