Paschim Shankarpur
Paschim Shankarpur is a village located in Raiganj subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.2km away from Raiganj, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Paschim Shankarpur village. As per 2009 stats, Birghoi is the gram panchayat of Paschim Shankarpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Paschim Shankarpur unique in its vibrant Raiganj-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Paschim Shankarpur’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 Paschim Shankarpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Paschim Shankarpur is 309777. The village spans a total geographical area of 92.31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733123. Raiganj is nearest town to Paschim Shankarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
As per 2019 stats, Paschim Shankarpur village comes under Raiganj assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Paschim Shankarpur
Population of Paschim Shankarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Paschim Shankarpur has a total population of about 480, with approximately 234 males and 246 females. The sex ratio is around 1051 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 74 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 328 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.58%, with male literacy at about 68.80% and female literacy near 70.33%. There are around 108 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Paschim Shankarpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 480 | 234 | 246 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 40 | 34 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 328 | 156 | 172 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 334 | 161 | 173 |
Illiterate Population | 146 | 73 | 73 |
Connectivity of Paschim Shankarpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Paschim Shankarpur. As per the 2011 stats, Paschim Shankarpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Paschim Shankarpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Paschim Shankarpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Paschim Shankarpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Paschim Shankarpur
- Where is Paschim Shankarpur located?
- Paschim Shankarpur village is situated in Raiganj Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Paschim Shankarpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Paschim Shankarpur is Birghoi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Paschim Shankarpur?
- The pincode of Paschim Shankarpur is 733123, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Paschim Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Paschim Shankarpur is 480, with 234 males and 246 females.
- How many households are there in Paschim Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Paschim Shankarpur village has a total of 108 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Paschim Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paschim Shankarpur is 69.58%. The male literacy rate is 68.80%, while the female literacy rate is 70.33%.