Shankadanga
Shankadanga is a village located in Midnapore subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Midnapore are the district & sub-district headquarters of Shankadanga village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Chandra is the gram panchayat of Shankadanga village.
Here you can discover what makes Shankadanga unique in its vibrant Midnapore-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Shankadanga’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 Shankadanga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shankadanga is 339271. The village spans a total geographical area of 58.65 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721102. Medinipur is nearest town to Shankadanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
As per 2019 stats, Shankadanga village comes under Medinipur assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Shankadanga
Population of Shankadanga
According to the 2011 Census, Shankadanga has a total population of about 576, with approximately 288 males and 288 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 90 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 35 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.20%, with male literacy at about 64.24% and female literacy near 54.17%. There are around 117 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shankadanga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 576 | 288 | 288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 47 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 341 | 185 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 103 | 132 |
Connectivity of Shankadanga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shankadanga. As per the 2011 stats, Shankadanga 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 Shankadanga
Knowing the nearby villages of Shankadanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shankadanga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shankadanga
- Where is Shankadanga located?
- Shankadanga village is situated in Midnapore Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shankadanga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shankadanga is Chandra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shankadanga?
- The pincode of Shankadanga is 721102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shankadanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shankadanga is 576, with 288 males and 288 females.
- How many households are there in Shankadanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shankadanga village has a total of 117 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shankadanga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shankadanga is 59.20%. The male literacy rate is 64.24%, while the female literacy rate is 54.17%.