Sankarpur - Baruipur, South 24 Parganas
Sankarpur is a village situated in the Baruipur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.8 km from Piyali and around 32.4 km from Alipore. Shankarpur-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankarpur is 333943. The village covers a total geographical area of 122.45 hectares and falls under the 700144 pincode. Baruipur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Sankarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baruipur paschim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankarpur
As per Census 2011, Sankarpur village has a total population of 1,630 people, consisting of 837 males and 793 females. The village has 365 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 195 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 885 literate and 745 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,032 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sankarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,630 | 837 | 793 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 110 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,032 | 522 | 510 |
| Literate Population | 885 | 481 | 404 |
| Illiterate Population | 745 | 356 | 389 |
Nearby Villages of Sankarpur
Sankarpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sankarpur
Sankarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sankarpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baruipur to Sankarpur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Sankarpur is about 32.4 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sankarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sankarpur
Where is Sankarpur located?
Sankarpur village is located in Baruipur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankarpur is Shankarpur-i.
What is the pincode of Sankarpur?
The pincode of Sankarpur is 700144.
What is the population of Sankarpur?
Sankarpur has a total population of 1,630, including 837 males and 793 females.
How many households are there in Sankarpur?
There are 365 households in Sankarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sankarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankarpur is 54.29%. Male literacy is 57.47% and female literacy is 50.95%.