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.
Here you can discover what makes Sankail unique in its vibrant Habibpur-Maldah region. You’ll see Sankail’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 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.
Google Map of Sankail
Population of Sankail
According to the 2011 Census, Sankail has a total population of about 2,300, with approximately 1,164 males and 1,136 females. The sex ratio is around 975 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 268 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 841 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 759. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.48%, with male literacy at about 61.34% and female literacy near 47.45%. There are around 525 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankail's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.