Sankoa
Sankoa 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 Sankoa village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Sankoa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sankoa unique in its vibrant Kharagpur Ii-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Sankoa’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 Sankoa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankoa is 341807. The village spans a total geographical area of 211.25 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721301. Kharagpur is nearest town to Sankoa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Sankoa
Population of Sankoa
According to the 2011 Census, Sankoa has a total population of about 2,759, with approximately 1,381 males and 1,378 females. The sex ratio is around 997 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 363 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 513 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 962. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.24%, with male literacy at about 61.19% and female literacy near 45.28%. There are around 679 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankoa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,759 | 1,381 | 1,378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 363 | 170 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 513 | 249 | 264 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 962 | 474 | 488 |
| Literate Population | 1,469 | 845 | 624 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,290 | 536 | 754 |
Connectivity of Sankoa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankoa. As per the 2011 stats, Sankoa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sankoa
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankoa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankoa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankoa
- Where is Sankoa located?
- Sankoa village is situated in Kharagpur Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankoa?
- Sankoa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sankoa?
- The pincode of Sankoa is 721301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sankoa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankoa is 2,759, with 1,381 males and 1,378 females.
- How many households are there in Sankoa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankoa village has a total of 679 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankoa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankoa is 53.24%. The male literacy rate is 61.19%, while the female literacy rate is 45.28%.