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.
Sankoa has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Sankoa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankoa village:
- The total population of Sankoa village is around 2,759, including approximately 1,381 males and 1,378 females, with a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 363 children aged 0–6 years in Sankoa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sankoa village has 513 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 962 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sankoa village is about 53.24%, with male literacy at 61.19% and female literacy at 45.28%.
- There are around 679 households in Sankoa village.
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%.