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
According to the 2011 Census, Sankharipur village had a total population of 3,442 people, including 1,720 males and 1,722 females, living in 819 households. The sex ratio was 1,001 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.83%, with male literacy at 95.64% and female literacy at 88.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 800, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 | 0 | 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 had a total population of 3,442, including 1,720 males and 1,722 females.
How many households are there in Sankharipur?
Sankharipur had 819 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankharipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankharipur was 91.83%. Male literacy was 95.64% and female literacy was 88.04%.