Sankarpur

Sankarpur is a village located in Raiganj subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.9km away from Raiganj, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Sankarpur village. As per 2009 stats, Bahin is the gram panchayat of Sankarpur village.

Sankarpur has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Dinajpur 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 309688. The village spans a total geographical area of 70.42 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733157. Raigunj is nearest town to Sankarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km 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 955 478 477
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 143 74 69
Scheduled Castes (SC) 163 83 80
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 456 256 200
Illiterate Population 499 222 277

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

  • The total population of Sankarpur village is around 955, including approximately 478 males and 477 females, with a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 143 children aged 0–6 years in Sankarpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sankarpur village has 163 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sankarpur village is about 47.75%, with male literacy at 53.56% and female literacy at 41.93%.
  • There are around 211 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 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.

Frequently Asked Questions about Sankarpur

Where is Sankarpur located?
Sankarpur village is situated in Raiganj Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankarpur is Bahin (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 733157, 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 955, with 478 males and 477 females.
How many households are there in Sankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sankarpur village has a total of 211 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankarpur is 47.75%. The male literacy rate is 53.56%, while the female literacy rate is 41.93%.