Sankhair
Sankhair is a village located in Gazole subdivision of Maldah district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.5km away from sub-district headquarter Gazole (tehsildar office) and 36.2km away from district headquarter English Bazar. As per 2009 stats, Sahajadpur is the gram panchayat of Sankhair village.
Sankhair has its own place in the vibrant Maldah 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 Sankhair
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankhair is 312731. The village spans a total geographical area of 106.15 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 732124. Old Malda is nearest town to Sankhair village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Sankhair
Below is a concise population overview of Sankhair 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 | 513 | 240 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 24 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 31 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 439 | 207 | 232 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 105 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 319 | 135 | 184 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankhair village:
- The total population of Sankhair village is around 513, including approximately 240 males and 273 females, with a sex ratio of 1137 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 51 children aged 0–6 years in Sankhair village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sankhair village has 71 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 439 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sankhair village is about 37.82%, with male literacy at 43.75% and female literacy at 32.60%.
- There are around 126 households in Sankhair village.
Connectivity of Sankhair
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankhair. As per the 2011 stats, Sankhair 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sankhair
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankhair helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankhair.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankhair
- Where is Sankhair located?
- Sankhair village is situated in Gazole Subdivision, within the Maldah district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankhair?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sankhair is Sahajadpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sankhair?
- The pincode of Sankhair is 732124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sankhair as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankhair is 513, with 240 males and 273 females.
- How many households are there in Sankhair as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankhair village has a total of 126 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankhair as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankhair is 37.82%. The male literacy rate is 43.75%, while the female literacy rate is 32.60%.