Sankati
Sankati is a village located in Kharagpur Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Kharagpur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Sankati village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kaliara Ii is the gram panchayat of Sankati village.
Here you can discover what makes Sankati unique in its vibrant Kharagpur Ii-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Sankati’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 Sankati
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankati is 341914. The village spans a total geographical area of 77.15 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721149. Medinipur is nearest town to Sankati village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Sankati
Population of Sankati
According to the 2011 Census, Sankati has a total population of about 818, with approximately 406 males and 412 females. The sex ratio is around 1014 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 95 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 223 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 57. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.83%, with male literacy at about 56.65% and female literacy near 47.09%. There are around 191 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankati's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 818 | 406 | 412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 50 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 223 | 101 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 28 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 424 | 230 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 394 | 176 | 218 |
Connectivity of Sankati
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankati. As per the 2011 stats, Sankati had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sankati
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankati helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankati.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankati
- Where is Sankati located?
- Sankati village is situated in Kharagpur Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankati?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sankati is Kaliara Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sankati?
- The pincode of Sankati is 721149, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sankati as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankati is 818, with 406 males and 412 females.
- How many households are there in Sankati as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankati village has a total of 191 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankati as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankati is 51.83%. The male literacy rate is 56.65%, while the female literacy rate is 47.09%.