Sankarpur
Sankarpur is a village located in Bhagawanpur I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Kajlagarh are the district & sub-district headquarters of Sankarpur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Bibhisanpur is the gram panchayat of Sankarpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Sankarpur unique in its vibrant Bhagawanpur I-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Sankarpur’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 Sankarpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankarpur is 345438. The village spans a total geographical area of 241.02 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721458. Egra is nearest town to Sankarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
Google Map of Sankarpur
Population of Sankarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sankarpur has a total population of about 1,343, with approximately 690 males and 653 females. The sex ratio is around 946 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 132 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 51 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 84.36%, with male literacy at about 88.41% and female literacy near 80.09%. There are around 335 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankarpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,343 | 690 | 653 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 65 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 30 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,133 | 610 | 523 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 80 | 130 |
Connectivity of Sankarpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankarpur. As per the 2011 stats, Sankarpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sankarpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankarpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankarpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankarpur
- Where is Sankarpur located?
- Sankarpur village is situated in Bhagawanpur I Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankarpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sankarpur is Bibhisanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sankarpur?
- The pincode of Sankarpur is 721458, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankarpur is 1,343, with 690 males and 653 females.
- How many households are there in Sankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankarpur village has a total of 335 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankarpur is 84.36%. The male literacy rate is 88.41%, while the female literacy rate is 80.09%.