Shankar Gachhi

Shankar Gachhi is a village 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.

Shankar Gachhi has its own place in the vibrant North Twenty Four Parganas 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 Shankar Gachhi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shankar Gachhi is 323242. The village spans a total geographical area of 46.25 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743423. Barasat is nearest town to Shankar Gachhi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.

When it comes to local governance, Shankar Gachhi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Haroa Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Basirhat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Shankar Gachhi

Below is a concise population overview of Shankar Gachhi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,883 1,025 858
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 242 130 112
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,332 758 574
Illiterate Population 551 267 284

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shankar Gachhi village:

  • The total population of Shankar Gachhi village is around 1,883, including approximately 1,025 males and 858 females, with a sex ratio of 837 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 242 children aged 0–6 years in Shankar Gachhi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Shankar Gachhi village is about 70.74%, with male literacy at 73.95% and female literacy at 66.90%.
  • There are around 373 households in Shankar Gachhi village.

Connectivity of Shankar Gachhi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shankar Gachhi. As per the 2011 stats, Shankar Gachhi 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 village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Shankar Gachhi

Knowing the nearby villages of Shankar Gachhi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shankar Gachhi.

Gobra Singhapara Kachua Bagberia Mochpol Tegharia Puturi Simulgachhi Bonkanda Baidyapur Tona

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%.