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.
Here you can discover what makes Sankhair unique in its vibrant Gazole-Maldah region. You’ll see Sankhair’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 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.
Google Map of Sankhair
Population of Sankhair
According to the 2011 Census, Sankhair has a total population of about 513, with approximately 240 males and 273 females. The sex ratio is around 1137 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 51 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 71 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 439. The overall literacy rate is approximately 37.82%, with male literacy at about 43.75% and female literacy near 32.60%. There are around 126 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankhair's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.