Sankizahan
Sankizahan is a village located in Kultali subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.4km away from sub-district headquarter Jamtalahat (tehsildar office) and 75.1km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Gopalganj is the gram panchayat of Sankizahan village.
Here you can discover what makes Sankizahan unique in its vibrant Kultali-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Sankizahan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sankizahan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankizahan is 335037. The village spans a total geographical area of 606.33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743349. Jaynagar is nearest town to Sankizahan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
Google Map of Sankizahan
Population of Sankizahan
According to the 2011 Census, Sankizahan has a total population of about 8,811, with approximately 4,555 males and 4,256 females. The sex ratio is around 934 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,272 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 7,245 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 197. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.47%, with male literacy at about 66.23% and female literacy near 50.16%. There are around 1,773 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankizahan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,811 | 4,555 | 4,256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,272 | 625 | 647 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7,245 | 3,754 | 3,491 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 197 | 94 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 5,152 | 3,017 | 2,135 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,659 | 1,538 | 2,121 |
Connectivity of Sankizahan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankizahan. As per the 2011 stats, Sankizahan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Sankizahan
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankizahan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankizahan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankizahan
- Where is Sankizahan located?
- Sankizahan village is situated in Kultali Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankizahan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sankizahan is Gopalganj (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sankizahan?
- The pincode of Sankizahan is 743349, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sankizahan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankizahan is 8,811, with 4,555 males and 4,256 females.
- How many households are there in Sankizahan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankizahan village has a total of 1,773 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankizahan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankizahan is 58.47%. The male literacy rate is 66.23%, while the female literacy rate is 50.16%.