Sankha Khulya
Sankha Khulya is a village located in Binpur I subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.3km away from sub-district headquarter Binpur. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Sankha Khulya village. As per 2009 stats, Dharampur is the gram panchayat of Sankha Khulya village.
Sankha Khulya has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur 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 Sankha Khulya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankha Khulya is 336299. The village spans a total geographical area of 186.19 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721516. Jhargram is nearest town to Sankha Khulya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
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Population of Sankha Khulya
Below is a concise population overview of Sankha Khulya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 413 | 187 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 26 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 366 | 167 | 199 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 47 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 329 | 140 | 189 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankha Khulya village:
- The total population of Sankha Khulya village is around 413, including approximately 187 males and 226 females, with a sex ratio of 1208 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 63 children aged 0–6 years in Sankha Khulya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sankha Khulya village has 366 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 27 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sankha Khulya village is about 20.34%, with male literacy at 25.13% and female literacy at 16.37%.
- There are around 78 households in Sankha Khulya village.
Connectivity of Sankha Khulya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankha Khulya. As per the 2011 stats, Sankha Khulya 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 Sankha Khulya
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankha Khulya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankha Khulya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankha Khulya
- Where is Sankha Khulya located?
- Sankha Khulya village is situated in Binpur I Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankha Khulya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sankha Khulya is Dharampur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sankha Khulya?
- The pincode of Sankha Khulya is 721516, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sankha Khulya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankha Khulya is 413, with 187 males and 226 females.
- How many households are there in Sankha Khulya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankha Khulya village has a total of 78 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankha Khulya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankha Khulya is 20.34%. The male literacy rate is 25.13%, while the female literacy rate is 16.37%.