Shankchura
Shankchura is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Shankchura unique in its vibrant Basirhat I-North Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Shankchura’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 Shankchura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shankchura is 323568. The village spans a total geographical area of 207.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743429. Taki is nearest town to Shankchura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Shankchura
Population of Shankchura
According to the 2011 Census, Shankchura has a total population of about 2,548, with approximately 1,304 males and 1,244 females. The sex ratio is around 953 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 240 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 263 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 18. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.23%, with male literacy at about 67.94% and female literacy near 58.28%. There are around 596 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shankchura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,548 | 1,304 | 1,244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 240 | 128 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 263 | 141 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,611 | 886 | 725 |
| Illiterate Population | 937 | 418 | 519 |
Connectivity of Shankchura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shankchura. As per the 2011 stats, Shankchura 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shankchura
Knowing the nearby villages of Shankchura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shankchura.
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%.