Sankura - Manbazar - II, Purulia
Sankura is a village situated in the Manbazar - II subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 35.3 km from Manbazar and around 64.4 km from Purulia. Buribandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankura is 332337. The village covers a total geographical area of 272.21 hectares and falls under the 723131 pincode. Purulia is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Sankura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sankura
According to the 2011 Census, Sankura village had a total population of 770 people, including 386 males and 384 females, living in 168 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.67%, with male literacy at 81.30% and female literacy at 51.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 641.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 770 | 386 | 384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 33 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 641 | 317 | 324 |
| Literate Population | 460 | 287 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 310 | 99 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Sankura
Sankura is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sankura
Sankura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purulia to Sankura is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Sankura is about 64.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sankura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sankura
Where is Sankura located?
Sankura village is located in Manbazar - II Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sankura?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankura is Buribandh.
What is the pincode of Sankura?
The pincode of Sankura is 723131.
What is the population of Sankura?
Sankura had a total population of 770, including 386 males and 384 females.
How many households are there in Sankura?
Sankura had 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankura was 66.67%. Male literacy was 81.30% and female literacy was 51.34%.