Shankar Gachhi
About Shankar Gachhi
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shankar Gachhi village is 323242. Shankar Gachhi village is located in Barasat Ii subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 27.1km away from sub-district headquarter Krishnapur. Barasat is the district headquarter of Shankar Gachhi village. As per 2009 stats, Dadpur is the gram panchayat of Shankar Gachhi village.
The total geographical area of village is 46.25 hectares. Shankar Gachhi has a total population of 1,883 peoples, out of which male population is 1,025 while female population is 858. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 837 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shankar gachhi village is 70.74% out of which 73.95% males and 66.90% females are literate. There are about 373 houses in shankar gachhi village. Pincode of shankar gachhi village locality is 743423.
When it comes to administration, Shankar Gachhi village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Shankar Gachhi village comes under Haroa Vidhan Sabha constituency & Basirhat Lok Sabha constituency. Barasat is nearest town to shankar gachhi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
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Population of Shankar Gachhi
The population details of Shankar Gachhi cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,883 | 1,025 | 858 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 242 | 130 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,332 | 758 | 574 |
| Illiterate Population | 551 | 267 | 284 |
Connectivity of Shankar Gachhi
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shankar Gachhi
Where is Shankar Gachhi located?
Shankar Gachhi village is situated in Barasat Ii Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shankar Gachhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Shankar Gachhi is Dadpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shankar Gachhi?
The pincode of Shankar Gachhi is 743423, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shankar Gachhi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shankar Gachhi is 1,883, with 1,025 males and 858 females.
How many households are there in Shankar Gachhi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shankar Gachhi village has a total of 373 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shankar Gachhi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shankar Gachhi is 70.74%. The male literacy rate is 73.95%, while the female literacy rate is 66.90%.