Shankhapur
About Shankhapur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shankhapur village is 338368. Shankhapur village is located in Keshpur subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 3.6km away from sub-district headquarter Keshpur. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Shankhapur village. As per 2009 stats, Keshpur is the gram panchayat of Shankhapur village.
The total geographical area of village is 183.08 hectares. Shankhapur has a total population of 2,243 peoples, out of which male population is 1,170 while female population is 1,073. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 917 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shankhapur village is 71.78% out of which 76.75% males and 66.36% females are literate. There are about 416 houses in shankhapur village. Pincode of shankhapur village locality is 721150.
Midnapore is nearest town to shankhapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
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Population of Shankhapur
The population details of Shankhapur 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 | 2,243 | 1,170 | 1,073 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 299 | 151 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 75 | 39 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,610 | 898 | 712 |
| Illiterate Population | 633 | 272 | 361 |
Connectivity of Shankhapur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ 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 Shankhapur
Where is Shankhapur located?
Shankhapur village is situated in Keshpur Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shankhapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shankhapur is Keshpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shankhapur?
The pincode of Shankhapur is 721150, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shankhapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shankhapur is 2,243, with 1,170 males and 1,073 females.
How many households are there in Shankhapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shankhapur village has a total of 416 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shankhapur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shankhapur is 71.78%. The male literacy rate is 76.75%, while the female literacy rate is 66.36%.