Shankarpur
About Shankarpur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shankarpur village is 323667. Shankarpur village is located in Haroa subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 0.5km away from sub-district headquarter Haroa. Barasat is the district headquarter of Shankarpur village. As per 2009 stats, Sonapukur Sankarpur is the gram panchayat of Shankarpur village.
The total geographical area of village is 212.06 hectares. Shankarpur has a total population of 4,364 peoples, out of which male population is 2,255 while female population is 2,109. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 935 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shankarpur village is 64.37% out of which 65.99% males and 62.64% females are literate. There are about 911 houses in shankarpur village. Pincode of shankarpur village locality is 743425.
When it comes to administration, Shankarpur 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, Shankarpur village comes under Minakhan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Basirhat Lok Sabha constituency. Basirhat is nearest town to shankarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.
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Population of Shankarpur
The population details of Shankarpur 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 | 4,364 | 2,255 | 2,109 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 607 | 316 | 291 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,809 | 1,488 | 1,321 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,555 | 767 | 788 |
Connectivity of Shankarpur
| 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 Shankarpur
Where is Shankarpur located?
Shankarpur village is situated in Haroa Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shankarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shankarpur is Sonapukur Sankarpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shankarpur?
The pincode of Shankarpur is 743425, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shankarpur is 4,364, with 2,255 males and 2,109 females.
How many households are there in Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shankarpur village has a total of 911 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shankarpur is 64.37%. The male literacy rate is 65.99%, while the female literacy rate is 62.64%.