Sankupi
Sankupi is a village located in Bagmundi subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.3km away from sub-district headquarter Pathardihi (tehsildar office) and 63.3km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Matha is the gram panchayat of Sankupi village.
Here you can discover what makes Sankupi unique in its vibrant Bagmundi-Puruliya region. You’ll see Sankupi’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 Sankupi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankupi is 331635. The village spans a total geographical area of 749.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723152. Balarampur is nearest town to Sankupi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Sankupi
Population of Sankupi
According to the 2011 Census, Sankupi has a total population of about 2,569, with approximately 1,310 males and 1,259 females. The sex ratio is around 961 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 409 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 378 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 610. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.50%, with male literacy at about 63.51% and female literacy near 32.88%. There are around 496 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankupi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,569 | 1,310 | 1,259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 409 | 196 | 213 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 378 | 191 | 187 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 610 | 303 | 307 |
| Literate Population | 1,246 | 832 | 414 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,323 | 478 | 845 |
Connectivity of Sankupi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankupi. As per the 2011 stats, Sankupi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sankupi
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankupi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankupi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankupi
- Where is Sankupi located?
- Sankupi village is situated in Bagmundi Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankupi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sankupi is Matha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sankupi?
- The pincode of Sankupi is 723152, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sankupi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankupi is 2,569, with 1,310 males and 1,259 females.
- How many households are there in Sankupi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankupi village has a total of 496 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankupi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankupi is 48.50%. The male literacy rate is 63.51%, while the female literacy rate is 32.88%.