Shankhabhanga
Shankhabhanga is a village located in Garbeta Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 31.9km away from sub-district headquarter Garbeta . Midnapur is the district headquarter of Shankhabhanga village. As per 2009 stats, Pingbani 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 336563. The village spans a total geographical area of 113.45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721128. Gerhbeta is nearest town to Shankhabhanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shankhabhanga village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Salboni Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jhargram Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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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 | 227 | 122 | 105 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 22 | 10 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
Literate Population | 156 | 84 | 72 |
Illiterate Population | 71 | 38 | 33 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shankhabhanga village:
- The total population of Shankhabhanga village is around 227, including approximately 122 males and 105 females, with a sex ratio of 860 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 32 children aged 0–6 years in Shankhabhanga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shankhabhanga village has 14 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 23 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shankhabhanga village is about 68.72%, with male literacy at 68.85% and female literacy at 68.57%.
- There are around 52 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 <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
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 Garbeta Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shankhabhanga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shankhabhanga is Pingbani (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 721128, 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 227, with 122 males and 105 females.
- How many households are there in Shankhabhanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shankhabhanga village has a total of 52 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shankhabhanga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shankhabhanga is 68.72%. The male literacy rate is 68.85%, while the female literacy rate is 68.57%.