Shankhabhanga
Shankhabhanga is a village located in Binpur Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 19.8km away from sub-district headquarter Lalgarh. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Shankhabhanga village. As per 2009 stats, Shimulpal is the gram panchayat of Shankhabhanga village.
Shankhabhanga 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 Shankhabhanga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shankhabhanga is 335571. The village spans a total geographical area of 316.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721501. Jhargram is nearest town to Shankhabhanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km away.
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Population of Shankhabhanga
Below is a concise population overview of Shankhabhanga as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 566 | 284 | 282 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 47 | 30 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 166 | 86 | 80 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 386 | 193 | 193 |
Literate Population | 256 | 154 | 102 |
Illiterate Population | 310 | 130 | 180 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shankhabhanga village:
- The total population of Shankhabhanga village is around 566, including approximately 284 males and 282 females, with a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 77 children aged 0–6 years in Shankhabhanga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shankhabhanga village has 166 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 386 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shankhabhanga village is about 45.23%, with male literacy at 54.23% and female literacy at 36.17%.
- There are around 131 households in Shankhabhanga village.
Connectivity of Shankhabhanga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shankhabhanga. As per the 2011 stats, Shankhabhanga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shankhabhanga
Knowing the nearby villages of Shankhabhanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shankhabhanga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shankhabhanga
- Where is Shankhabhanga located?
- Shankhabhanga village is situated in Binpur Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shankhabhanga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shankhabhanga is Shimulpal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shankhabhanga?
- The pincode of Shankhabhanga is 721501, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shankhabhanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shankhabhanga is 566, with 284 males and 282 females.
- How many households are there in Shankhabhanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shankhabhanga village has a total of 131 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shankhabhanga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shankhabhanga is 45.23%. The male literacy rate is 54.23%, while the female literacy rate is 36.17%.