Sankail
Sankail is a village located in Habibpur subdivision of Maldah district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 3.7km away from sub-district headquarter Habibpur (tehsildar office) and 28.4km away from district headquarter English Bazar. As per 2009 stats, Aktail is the gram panchayat of Sankail village.
Sankail 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 Sankail
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankail is 313090. The village spans a total geographical area of 310.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 732122. Englishbazar is nearest town to Sankail village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
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Population of Sankail
Below is a concise population overview of Sankail 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 | 2,300 | 1,164 | 1,136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 268 | 130 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 841 | 430 | 411 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 759 | 372 | 387 |
| Literate Population | 1,253 | 714 | 539 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,047 | 450 | 597 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankail village:
- The total population of Sankail village is around 2,300, including approximately 1,164 males and 1,136 females, with a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 268 children aged 0–6 years in Sankail village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sankail village has 841 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 759 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sankail village is about 54.48%, with male literacy at 61.34% and female literacy at 47.45%.
- There are around 525 households in Sankail village.
Connectivity of Sankail
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankail. As per the 2011 stats, Sankail had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sankail
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankail helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankail.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankail
- Where is Sankail located?
- Sankail village is situated in Habibpur Subdivision, within the Maldah district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankail?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sankail is Aktail (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sankail?
- The pincode of Sankail is 732122, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sankail as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankail is 2,300, with 1,164 males and 1,136 females.
- How many households are there in Sankail as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankail village has a total of 525 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankail as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankail is 54.48%. The male literacy rate is 61.34%, while the female literacy rate is 47.45%.