Sankura
About Sankura
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sankura village is 332337. Sankura village is located in Manbazar Ii subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 35.3km away from sub-district headquarter Manbazar (tehsildar office) and 64.4km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Buribandh is the gram panchayat of Sankura village.
The total geographical area of village is 272.21 hectares. Sankura has a total population of 770 peoples, out of which male population is 386 while female population is 384. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 994 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sankura village is 59.74% out of which 74.35% males and 45.05% females are literate. There are about 168 houses in sankura village. Pincode of sankura village locality is 723131.
Purulia is nearest town to sankura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 90km away.
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Population of Sankura
The population details of Sankura 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 | 770 | 386 | 384 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 80 | 33 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 641 | 317 | 324 |
| Literate Population | 460 | 287 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 310 | 99 | 211 |
Connectivity of Sankura
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sankura
Where is Sankura located?
Sankura village is situated in Manbazar Ii Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankura?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankura is Buribandh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sankura?
The pincode of Sankura is 723131, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sankura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankura is 770, with 386 males and 384 females.
How many households are there in Sankura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sankura village has a total of 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankura as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankura is 59.74%. The male literacy rate is 74.35%, while the female literacy rate is 45.05%.