Shanka

Shanka is a village 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.

Shanka 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 Shanka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shanka is 330283. The village spans a total geographical area of 702.94 hectares, and the pincode of the 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

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,233 2,199 2,034
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 535 275 260
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,709 878 831
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,516 1,527 989
Illiterate Population 1,717 672 1,045

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

  • The total population of Shanka village is around 4,233, including approximately 2,199 males and 2,034 females, with a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 535 children aged 0–6 years in Shanka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shanka village has 1,709 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shanka village is about 59.44%, with male literacy at 69.44% and female literacy at 48.62%.
  • There are around 804 households in Shanka village.

Connectivity of Shanka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shanka. As per the 2011 stats, Shanka 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 village
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Shanka

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

Manikpur Metyala Bhagaipur Nunupur Gobindapur Ekanja Nandaha Joradi Hurara Amtor Modharjhor Alias Nunirdi

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%.