Sankhadiha
Sankhadiha is a village located in Sabang subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Sabang are the district & sub-district headquarters of Sankhadiha village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Balpai is the gram panchayat of Sankhadiha village.
Sankhadiha 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 Sankhadiha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankhadiha is 342778. The village spans a total geographical area of 117.65 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721144. Kharagpur is nearest town to Sankhadiha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Sankhadiha
Below is a concise population overview of Sankhadiha 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 | 754 | 388 | 366 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 46 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 161 | 82 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 513 | 286 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 241 | 102 | 139 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankhadiha village:
- The total population of Sankhadiha village is around 754, including approximately 388 males and 366 females, with a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 89 children aged 0–6 years in Sankhadiha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sankhadiha village has 31 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 161 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sankhadiha village is about 68.04%, with male literacy at 73.71% and female literacy at 62.02%.
- There are around 159 households in Sankhadiha village.
Connectivity of Sankhadiha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankhadiha. As per the 2011 stats, Sankhadiha 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sankhadiha
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankhadiha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankhadiha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankhadiha
- Where is Sankhadiha located?
- Sankhadiha village is situated in Sabang Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankhadiha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sankhadiha is Balpai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sankhadiha?
- The pincode of Sankhadiha is 721144, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sankhadiha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankhadiha is 754, with 388 males and 366 females.
- How many households are there in Sankhadiha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankhadiha village has a total of 159 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankhadiha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankhadiha is 68.04%. The male literacy rate is 73.71%, while the female literacy rate is 62.02%.