Sankarpur - Mathurapur - I, South 24 Parganas
Sankarpur is a village situated in the Mathurapur - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.9 km from Mathurapur and around 55.3 km from Alipore. Shankarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankarpur is 334866. The village covers a total geographical area of 101.4 hectares and falls under the 743354 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 30 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 Raidighi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mathurapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankarpur
As per Census 2011, Sankarpur village has a total population of 3,587 people, consisting of 1,795 males and 1,792 females. The village has 639 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 747 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,840 literate and 1,747 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sankarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,587 | 1,795 | 1,792 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 747 | 354 | 393 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 33 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 1,840 | 974 | 866 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,747 | 821 | 926 |
Nearby Villages of Sankarpur
Sankarpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Andharmanik | South | 0.70 km |
| Nandakishorpur | West | 1.38 km |
| Birampur | North-East | 1.47 km |
| Kismatsarasberia | South-East | 1.68 km |
| Krishnarampurbeje | West | 1.73 km |
| Fatikbaria | North-West | 1.80 km |
| Katulia Krishnarampur | West | 2.03 km |
| Malaya | South | 2.14 km |
| Gobindadebpur | South-West | 2.20 km |
| Raghudebpur | East | 2.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sankarpur
Sankarpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Karanjali, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.9 km.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Sankarpur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Sankarpur is about 55.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sankarpur
Where is Sankarpur located?
Sankarpur village is located in Mathurapur - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankarpur is Shankarpur.
What is the pincode of Sankarpur?
The pincode of Sankarpur is 743354.
What is the population of Sankarpur?
Sankarpur has a total population of 3,587, including 1,795 males and 1,792 females.
How many households are there in Sankarpur?
There are 639 households in Sankarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sankarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankarpur is 51.30%. Male literacy is 54.26% and female literacy is 48.33%.