Bar Shankar
Bar Shankar is a village located in Potashpur I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Amarshi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Bar Shankar village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Amarshi Ii is the gram panchayat of Bar Shankar village.
Here you can discover what makes Bar Shankar unique in its vibrant Potashpur I-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Bar Shankar’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 Bar Shankar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bar Shankar is 344990. The village spans a total geographical area of 169.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721454. Egra is nearest town to Bar Shankar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 222km away.
Google Map of Bar Shankar
Population of Bar Shankar
According to the 2011 Census, Bar Shankar has a total population of about 1,827, with approximately 930 males and 897 females. The sex ratio is around 964 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 205 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 388 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 79.75%, with male literacy at about 83.33% and female literacy near 76.03%. There are around 381 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bar Shankar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,827 | 930 | 897 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 103 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 388 | 204 | 184 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,457 | 775 | 682 |
| Illiterate Population | 370 | 155 | 215 |
Connectivity of Bar Shankar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bar Shankar. As per the 2011 stats, Bar Shankar 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 Bar Shankar
Knowing the nearby villages of Bar Shankar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bar Shankar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bar Shankar
- Where is Bar Shankar located?
- Bar Shankar village is situated in Potashpur I Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bar Shankar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bar Shankar is Amarshi Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bar Shankar?
- The pincode of Bar Shankar is 721454, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bar Shankar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bar Shankar is 1,827, with 930 males and 897 females.
- How many households are there in Bar Shankar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bar Shankar village has a total of 381 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bar Shankar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bar Shankar is 79.75%. The male literacy rate is 83.33%, while the female literacy rate is 76.03%.