Sanakpur - Bongaon, North 24 Parganas
Sanakpur is a village situated in the Bongaon subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.1 km from Bongaon and around 51.8 km from Barasat. Bairampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sanakpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sanakpur is 322636. The village covers a total geographical area of 198.77 hectares and falls under the 743701 pincode. Bangoan is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Sanakpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bangaon Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sanakpur
As per Census 2011, Sanakpur village has a total population of 4,057 people, consisting of 2,067 males and 1,990 females. The village has 949 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 372 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,827 literate and 1,230 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,825 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 37 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sanakpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,057 | 2,067 | 1,990 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 372 | 194 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,825 | 936 | 889 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 2,827 | 1,517 | 1,310 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,230 | 550 | 680 |
Nearby Villages of Sanakpur
Sanakpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barddhan Beria | North-West | 1.03 km |
| Chithalia | South-West | 1.28 km |
| Paschim Ramchandrapur | South-East | 1.28 km |
| Khamarkalla | North-East | 1.64 km |
| Bairampur | West | 2.12 km |
| Palla | South | 2.25 km |
| Kansona | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Shrimantapur | South-East | 2.30 km |
| Saili | North | 2.47 km |
| Briddhapalla | South-West | 2.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sanakpur
Sanakpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Payradanga, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.9 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 | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bangoan to Sanakpur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Sanakpur is about 51.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sanakpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sanakpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sanakpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sanakpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sanakpur
Where is Sanakpur located?
Sanakpur village is located in Bongaon Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sanakpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sanakpur is Bairampur.
What is the pincode of Sanakpur?
The pincode of Sanakpur is 743701.
What is the population of Sanakpur?
Sanakpur has a total population of 4,057, including 2,067 males and 1,990 females.
How many households are there in Sanakpur?
There are 949 households in Sanakpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sanakpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanakpur is 69.68%. Male literacy is 73.39% and female literacy is 65.83%.