Shuknash
Shuknash is a village located in Keshpur subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.2km away from sub-district headquarter Keshpur. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Shuknash village. As per 2009 stats, Golar is the gram panchayat of Shuknash village.
Here you can discover what makes Shuknash unique in its vibrant Keshpur-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Shuknash’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 Shuknash
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shuknash is 338234. The village spans a total geographical area of 57.49 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721260. Midnapore is nearest town to Shuknash village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Shuknash
Population of Shuknash
According to the 2011 Census, Shuknash has a total population of about 308, with approximately 164 males and 144 females. The sex ratio is around 878 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 56 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 305 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.35%, with male literacy at about 79.88% and female literacy near 68.06%. There are around 52 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shuknash's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 308 | 164 | 144 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 25 | 31 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 305 | 164 | 141 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 229 | 131 | 98 |
Illiterate Population | 79 | 33 | 46 |
Connectivity of Shuknash
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shuknash. As per the 2011 stats, Shuknash 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 village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shuknash
Knowing the nearby villages of Shuknash helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shuknash.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shuknash
- Where is Shuknash located?
- Shuknash village is situated in Keshpur Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shuknash?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shuknash is Golar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shuknash?
- The pincode of Shuknash is 721260, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shuknash as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shuknash is 308, with 164 males and 144 females.
- How many households are there in Shuknash as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shuknash village has a total of 52 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shuknash as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shuknash is 74.35%. The male literacy rate is 79.88%, while the female literacy rate is 68.06%.