Sankhari
About Sankhari
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sankhari village is 331895. Sankhari village is located in Barabazar subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 3.7km away from sub-district headquarter Barabazar (tehsildar office) and 33.1km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Bansbera is the gram panchayat of Sankhari village.
The total geographical area of village is 297.53 hectares. Sankhari has a total population of 1,140 peoples, out of which male population is 567 while female population is 573. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1010 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sankhari village is 40.96% out of which 53.79% males and 28.27% females are literate. There are about 213 houses in sankhari village. Pincode of sankhari village locality is 723127.
Purulia is nearest town to sankhari village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.
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Population of Sankhari
The population details of Sankhari cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,140 | 567 | 573 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 191 | 97 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 649 | 334 | 315 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 342 | 167 | 175 |
| Literate Population | 467 | 305 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 673 | 262 | 411 |
Connectivity of Sankhari
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sankhari
Where is Sankhari located?
Sankhari village is situated in Barabazar Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankhari?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankhari is Bansbera (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sankhari?
The pincode of Sankhari is 723127, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sankhari as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankhari is 1,140, with 567 males and 573 females.
How many households are there in Sankhari as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sankhari village has a total of 213 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankhari as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankhari is 40.96%. The male literacy rate is 53.79%, while the female literacy rate is 28.27%.