Sankarpur

Sankarpur is a village located in Magrahat I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 19.8km away from sub-district headquarter Usthi (tehsildar office) and 32.2km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Ektara 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 334182. The village spans a total geographical area of 175.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743610. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Sankarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

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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 2,071 1,080 991
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 220 110 110
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,632 848 784
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,325 792 533
Illiterate Population 746 288 458

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

  • The total population of Sankarpur village is around 2,071, including approximately 1,080 males and 991 females, with a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 220 children aged 0–6 years in Sankarpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sankarpur village has 1,632 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sankarpur village is about 63.98%, with male literacy at 73.33% and female literacy at 53.78%.
  • There are around 457 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 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 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.

Dakshin Bishnupur Basudebpur Sadhukhan Ardari Ghatakpur Atpara Gopalnagar Lakshikantapur Haripur Sadashibpur Ajodhyanagar Sirakol

Frequently Asked Questions about Sankarpur

Where is Sankarpur located?
Sankarpur village is situated in Magrahat I 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 Ektara (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 2,071, with 1,080 males and 991 females.
How many households are there in Sankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sankarpur village has a total of 457 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankarpur is 63.98%. The male literacy rate is 73.33%, while the female literacy rate is 53.78%.