Sankhua - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Sankhua is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6 km from Sarisha and around 41.4 km from Alipore. Khorda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankhua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankhua is 334456. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.12 hectares and falls under the 743330 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Sankhua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankhua
According to the 2011 Census, Sankhua village had a total population of 549 people, including 280 males and 269 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.38%, with male literacy at 89.47% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 436, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 549 | 280 | 269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 436 | 218 | 218 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 377 | 221 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 59 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Sankhua
Sankhua 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 Sankhua
Sankhua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sankhua.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Sankhua is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Sankhua is about 41.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankhua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankhua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sankhua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankhua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sankhua
Where is Sankhua located?
Sankhua village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankhua?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankhua is Khorda.
What is the pincode of Sankhua?
The pincode of Sankhua is 743330.
What is the population of Sankhua?
Sankhua had a total population of 549, including 280 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Sankhua?
Sankhua had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankhua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankhua was 78.38%. Male literacy was 89.47% and female literacy was 66.67%.