Upar Sankra
Upar Sankra is a village located in Raghunathpur I subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.4km away from sub-district headquarter Raghunathpur (tehsildar office) and 74.2km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Khajura is the gram panchayat of Upar Sankra village.
Upar Sankra 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 Upar Sankra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Upar Sankra is 330311. The village spans a total geographical area of 177.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723133. Raghunathpur is nearest town to Upar Sankra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
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Population of Upar Sankra
Below is a concise population overview of Upar Sankra as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 948 | 482 | 466 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 66 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 419 | 211 | 208 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 174 | 84 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 475 | 278 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 473 | 204 | 269 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Upar Sankra village:
- The total population of Upar Sankra village is around 948, including approximately 482 males and 466 females, with a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 128 children aged 0–6 years in Upar Sankra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Upar Sankra village has 419 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 174 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Upar Sankra village is about 50.11%, with male literacy at 57.68% and female literacy at 42.27%.
- There are around 167 households in Upar Sankra village.
Connectivity of Upar Sankra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Upar Sankra. As per the 2011 stats, Upar Sankra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Upar Sankra
Knowing the nearby villages of Upar Sankra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Upar Sankra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Upar Sankra
- Where is Upar Sankra located?
- Upar Sankra village is situated in Raghunathpur I Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Upar Sankra?
- The Gram Panchayat of Upar Sankra is Khajura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Upar Sankra?
- The pincode of Upar Sankra is 723133, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Upar Sankra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Upar Sankra is 948, with 482 males and 466 females.
- How many households are there in Upar Sankra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Upar Sankra village has a total of 167 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Upar Sankra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Upar Sankra is 50.11%. The male literacy rate is 57.68%, while the female literacy rate is 42.27%.