Shankapara
Shankapara is a village located in Mohanpur subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Mohanpur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Shankapara village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Shialsai is the gram panchayat of Shankapara village.
Here you can discover what makes Shankapara unique in its vibrant Mohanpur-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Shankapara’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 Shankapara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shankapara is 344068. The village spans a total geographical area of 117.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721436. Egra is nearest town to Shankapara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Shankapara
Population of Shankapara
According to the 2011 Census, Shankapara has a total population of about 572, with approximately 302 males and 270 females. The sex ratio is around 894 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 60 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 213 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 48. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.29%, with male literacy at about 70.53% and female literacy near 55.19%. There are around 118 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shankapara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 572 | 302 | 270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 33 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 113 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 22 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 362 | 213 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 89 | 121 |
Connectivity of Shankapara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shankapara. As per the 2011 stats, Shankapara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shankapara
Knowing the nearby villages of Shankapara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shankapara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shankapara
- Where is Shankapara located?
- Shankapara village is situated in Mohanpur Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shankapara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shankapara is Shialsai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shankapara?
- The pincode of Shankapara is 721436, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shankapara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shankapara is 572, with 302 males and 270 females.
- How many households are there in Shankapara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shankapara village has a total of 118 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shankapara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shankapara is 63.29%. The male literacy rate is 70.53%, while the female literacy rate is 55.19%.