Shankchura
About Shankchura
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shankchura village is 323568. Shankchura village is located in Basirhat I subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 17.7km away from sub-district headquarter Basirhat . Barasat is the district headquarter of Shankchura village. As per 2009 stats, Sankchura Begundi is the gram panchayat of Shankchura village.
The total geographical area of village is 207.81 hectares. Shankchura has a total population of 2,548 peoples, out of which male population is 1,304 while female population is 1,244. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 953 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shankchura village is 63.23% out of which 67.94% males and 58.28% females are literate. There are about 596 houses in shankchura village. Pincode of shankchura village locality is 743429.
Taki is nearest town to shankchura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
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Population of Shankchura
The population details of Shankchura 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 | 2,548 | 1,304 | 1,244 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 240 | 128 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 263 | 141 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,611 | 886 | 725 |
| Illiterate Population | 937 | 418 | 519 |
Connectivity of Shankchura
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shankchura
Where is Shankchura located?
Shankchura village is situated in Basirhat I Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shankchura?
The Gram Panchayat of Shankchura is Sankchura Begundi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shankchura?
The pincode of Shankchura is 743429, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shankchura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shankchura is 2,548, with 1,304 males and 1,244 females.
How many households are there in Shankchura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shankchura village has a total of 596 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shankchura as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shankchura is 63.23%. The male literacy rate is 67.94%, while the female literacy rate is 58.28%.