Sankharipota

Sankharipota is a village located in Thakurpukur Mahestola subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.2km away from sub-district headquarter Thakurpukur (tehsildar office) and 12.9km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Asuti Ii is the gram panchayat of Sankharipota village.

Sankharipota 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 Sankharipota

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankharipota is 333271. The village spans a total geographical area of 72.03 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 700141. Behala is nearest town to Sankharipota village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

When it comes to local governance, Sankharipota 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 Bishnupur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Diamond Harbour 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 Sankharipota

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,128 576 552
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 116 62 54
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,023 522 501
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 887 482 405
Illiterate Population 241 94 147

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

  • The total population of Sankharipota village is around 1,128, including approximately 576 males and 552 females, with a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 116 children aged 0–6 years in Sankharipota village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sankharipota village has 1,023 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sankharipota village is about 78.63%, with male literacy at 83.68% and female literacy at 73.37%.
  • There are around 274 households in Sankharipota village.

Connectivity of Sankharipota

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankharipota. As per the 2011 stats, Sankharipota 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 Sankharipota

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Sankharipota

Where is Sankharipota located?
Sankharipota village is situated in Thakurpukur Mahestola Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankharipota?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankharipota is Asuti Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sankharipota?
The pincode of Sankharipota is 700141, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sankharipota as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankharipota is 1,128, with 576 males and 552 females.
How many households are there in Sankharipota as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sankharipota village has a total of 274 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankharipota as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankharipota is 78.63%. The male literacy rate is 83.68%, while the female literacy rate is 73.37%.