Sankura

Sankura is a village 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.

Sankura has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 Sankura

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankura is 332337. The village spans a total geographical area of 272.21 hectares, and the pincode of the 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

Below is a concise population overview of Sankura as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 770 386 384
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 80 33 47
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 641 317 324
Literate Population 460 287 173
Illiterate Population 310 99 211

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankura village:

  • The total population of Sankura village is around 770, including approximately 386 males and 384 females, with a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 80 children aged 0–6 years in Sankura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sankura village has 641 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sankura village is about 59.74%, with male literacy at 74.35% and female literacy at 45.05%.
  • There are around 168 households in Sankura village.

Connectivity of Sankura

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankura. As per the 2011 stats, Sankura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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

Nearby Villages of Sankura

Knowing the nearby villages of Sankura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankura.

Bar Ranga Bardahi Danrika Doba Kendajor Biridungri Kalajharna Belgeria Kalapati Dhabani Haludbani Hetyakol

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%.