Sankarpur

Sankarpur is a village located in Baruipur subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.8km away from sub-district headquarter Piyali (tehsildar office) and 32.4km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Shankarpur I is the gram panchayat of Sankarpur village.

Sankarpur has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Sankarpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankarpur is 333943. The village spans a total geographical area of 122.45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743610. Baruipur is nearest town to Sankarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

When it comes to local governance, Sankarpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Baruipur paschim Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Sankarpur

Below is a concise population overview of Sankarpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,630 837 793
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 195 110 85
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,032 522 510
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 885 481 404
Illiterate Population 745 356 389

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankarpur village:

  • The total population of Sankarpur village is around 1,630, including approximately 837 males and 793 females, with a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 195 children aged 0–6 years in Sankarpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sankarpur village has 1,032 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sankarpur village is about 54.29%, with male literacy at 57.47% and female literacy at 50.95%.
  • There are around 365 households in Sankarpur village.

Connectivity of Sankarpur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankarpur. As per the 2011 stats, Sankarpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Sankarpur

Knowing the nearby villages of Sankarpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankarpur.

Paschim Ramnagar Mirpur Banbere Tular Bada Kanthal Beria Khanpur Ratanpur Alampur Teka Balbalia Durga

Frequently Asked Questions about Sankarpur

Where is Sankarpur located?
Sankarpur village is situated in Baruipur Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankarpur is Shankarpur I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sankarpur?
The pincode of Sankarpur is 743610, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankarpur is 1,630, with 837 males and 793 females.
How many households are there in Sankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sankarpur village has a total of 365 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankarpur is 54.29%. The male literacy rate is 57.47%, while the female literacy rate is 50.95%.