Sankharipur - Baruipur, South 24 Parganas
Sankharipur is a village situated in the Baruipur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 1.5 km from Piyali and around 28.6 km from Alipore. Ramnagar-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankharipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankharipur is 333975. The village covers a total geographical area of 122.87 hectares and falls under the 700144 pincode. Baruipur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Sankharipur 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 Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankharipur
As per Census 2011, Sankharipur village has a total population of 3,442 people, consisting of 1,720 males and 1,722 females. The village has 819 households and a sex ratio of 1,001 females per 1,000 males. There are 271 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,912 literate and 530 illiterate residents. Additionally, 800 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sankharipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,442 | 1,720 | 1,722 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 138 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 800 | 407 | 393 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,912 | 1,513 | 1,399 |
| Illiterate Population | 530 | 207 | 323 |
Nearby Villages of Sankharipur
Sankharipur 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 Sankharipur
Sankharipur 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 Sankharipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Sankharipur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Sankharipur is about 28.6 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 Sankharipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankharipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sankharipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankharipur 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 Sankharipur
Where is Sankharipur located?
Sankharipur village is located in Baruipur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankharipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankharipur is Ramnagar-ii.
What is the pincode of Sankharipur?
The pincode of Sankharipur is 700144.
What is the population of Sankharipur?
Sankharipur has a total population of 3,442, including 1,720 males and 1,722 females.
How many households are there in Sankharipur?
There are 819 households in Sankharipur.
What is the literacy rate in Sankharipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankharipur is 84.60%. Male literacy is 87.97% and female literacy is 81.24%.