Shanka
About Shanka
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shanka village is 330283. Shanka village is located in Raghunathpur I subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 4.2km away from sub-district headquarter Raghunathpur (tehsildar office) and 64.8km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Sanka is the gram panchayat of Shanka village.
The total geographical area of village is 702.94 hectares. Shanka has a total population of 4,233 peoples, out of which male population is 2,199 while female population is 2,034. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 924 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shanka village is 59.44% out of which 69.44% males and 48.62% females are literate. There are about 804 houses in shanka village. Pincode of shanka village locality is 723121.
Raghunathpur is nearest town to shanka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
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Population of Shanka
The population details of Shanka 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 | 4,233 | 2,199 | 2,034 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 535 | 275 | 260 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,709 | 878 | 831 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,516 | 1,527 | 989 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,717 | 672 | 1,045 |
Connectivity of Shanka
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shanka
Where is Shanka located?
Shanka village is situated in Raghunathpur I Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shanka?
The Gram Panchayat of Shanka is Sanka (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shanka?
The pincode of Shanka is 723121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shanka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shanka is 4,233, with 2,199 males and 2,034 females.
How many households are there in Shanka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shanka village has a total of 804 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shanka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shanka is 59.44%. The male literacy rate is 69.44%, while the female literacy rate is 48.62%.