Sankopara - Habibpur, Malda
Sankopara is a village situated in the Habibpur subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.2 km from Habibpur and around 26.8 km from English Bazar. Dhumpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankopara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankopara is 313161. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.17 hectares and falls under the 732121 pincode. Englishbazar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sankopara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Habibpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maldaha Uttar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankopara
According to the 2011 Census, Sankopara village had a total population of 91 people, including 51 males and 40 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 784 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.38%, with male literacy at 65.96% and female literacy at 26.47%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 79.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 91 | 51 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 43 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 31 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 20 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Sankopara
Sankopara is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Guhinagar | East | 0.65 km |
| Jot Gokul | West | 0.69 km |
| Panch Pukuria | North-West | 0.77 km |
| Nimatpur | South | 0.84 km |
| Baijpur | North-East | 1.02 km |
| Phulbhanga | West | 1.23 km |
| Dhumpur | East | 1.30 km |
| Bakna | South | 1.35 km |
| Sadapur | West | 1.41 km |
| Pakuria | North-East | 1.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sankopara
Public transport in the Sankopara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Malda Town, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Englishbazar to Sankopara is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Sankopara is about 26.8 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankopara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankopara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sankopara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankopara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sankopara
Where is Sankopara located?
Sankopara village is located in Habibpur Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankopara?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankopara is Dhumpur.
What is the pincode of Sankopara?
The pincode of Sankopara is 732121.
What is the population of Sankopara?
Sankopara had a total population of 91, including 51 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Sankopara?
Sankopara had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankopara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankopara was 49.38%. Male literacy was 65.96% and female literacy was 26.47%.