Sankati - Kalna - I, Purba Bardhaman

Sankati is a village situated in the Kalna - I subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.5 km from Kalna. Atghoriasimlan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankati village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankati is 320426. The village covers a total geographical area of 121.85 hectares and falls under the 713405 pincode. Kalna is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.

Sankati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardhaman Purba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Sankati

According to the 2011 Census, Sankati village had a total population of 2,518 people, including 1,144 males and 1,374 females, living in 593 households. The sex ratio was 1,201 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.35%, with male literacy at 76.32% and female literacy at 59.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 279, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 287.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Sankati

Sankati is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

Transport and Connectivity of Sankati

Sankati is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dhatrigram, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.1 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalna to Sankati is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Sankati

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankati village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Sankati

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankati village are given below:

FAQs about Sankati