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.
Bar Shankar has its own place in the vibrant Purba 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 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.
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Population of Bar Shankar
Below is a concise population overview of Bar Shankar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bar Shankar village:
- The total population of Bar Shankar village is around 1,827, including approximately 930 males and 897 females, with a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 205 children aged 0–6 years in Bar Shankar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bar Shankar village has 388 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Bar Shankar village is about 79.75%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 76.03%.
- There are around 381 households in Bar Shankar village.
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) |
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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%.