Sankua
Sankua is a village located in Keshpur subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.6km away from sub-district headquarter Keshpur. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Sankua village. As per 2009 stats, Mugbasan is the gram panchayat of Sankua village.
Here you can discover what makes Sankua unique in its vibrant Keshpur-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Sankua’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 Sankua
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankua is 338206. The village spans a total geographical area of 40.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721260. C K Town is nearest town to Sankua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
Google Map of Sankua
Population of Sankua
According to the 2011 Census, Sankua has a total population of about 382, with approximately 192 males and 190 females. The sex ratio is around 989 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 45 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.10%, with male literacy at about 84.38% and female literacy near 75.79%. There are around 74 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankua's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 382 | 192 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 18 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 306 | 162 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 30 | 46 |
Connectivity of Sankua
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankua. As per the 2011 stats, Sankua had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sankua
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankua helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankua.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankua
- Where is Sankua located?
- Sankua village is situated in Keshpur Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankua?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sankua is Mugbasan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sankua?
- The pincode of Sankua is 721260, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sankua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankua is 382, with 192 males and 190 females.
- How many households are there in Sankua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankua village has a total of 74 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankua as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankua is 80.10%. The male literacy rate is 84.38%, while the female literacy rate is 75.79%.