Sankpur
Sankpur is a village located in Pandua subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 0.5km away from sub-district headquarter Pandua (tehsildar office) and 23.5km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Itachunakhanyan is the gram panchayat of Sankpur village.
Sankpur has its own place in the vibrant Hugli 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 Sankpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankpur is 324863. The village spans a total geographical area of 59.66285698 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712147. Chinsura is nearest town to Sankpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Sankpur
Population of Sankpur
Below is a concise population overview of Sankpur 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 | 1,004 | 486 | 518 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 49 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 102 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 408 | 185 | 223 |
| Literate Population | 630 | 337 | 293 |
| Illiterate Population | 374 | 149 | 225 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankpur village:
- The total population of Sankpur village is around 1,004, including approximately 486 males and 518 females, with a sex ratio of 1065 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 82 children aged 0–6 years in Sankpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sankpur village has 201 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 408 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sankpur village is about 62.75%, with male literacy at 69.34% and female literacy at 56.56%.
- There are around 231 households in Sankpur village.
Connectivity of Sankpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankpur. As per the 2011 stats, Sankpur 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 village |
Nearby Villages of Sankpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankpur
- Where is Sankpur located?
- Sankpur village is situated in Pandua Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sankpur is Itachunakhanyan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sankpur?
- The pincode of Sankpur is 712147, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sankpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankpur is 1,004, with 486 males and 518 females.
- How many households are there in Sankpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankpur village has a total of 231 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankpur is 62.75%. The male literacy rate is 69.34%, while the female literacy rate is 56.56%.