Village code 317542

Sankhanad Village, Labpur Block: Map, PIN Code and Population

Sankhanad is a village in Labpur Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Birbhum district, West Bengal. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Sankhanad village map in West Bengal
Sankhanad village map image for Labpur Block, West Bengal.

Village Overview

Sankhanad is a village in Labpur Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Birbhum district, West Bengal. For Sankhanad, the population is 308, PIN code is 731303 and Census village code is 317542. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

Important note

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Sankhanad village
Village code317542
PIN code731303
Population308
Households74
Area139.52 ha / 1.40 sq. km / 345 acres
Population density221 people per sq. km
Sex ratio867 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townBolpur (37 km)
Current stateWest Bengal
Census 2011 stateWest Bengal
Current districtBirbhum
Census 2011 districtBirbhum

Postal and PIN Code Details

The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 731303. This helps users verify the postal area for Sankhanad, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.

Postal details for Sankhanad village
PIN code731303
Post offices linked with this PINLabpur SO, Abadanga BO, Bhalas BO, Bipratikuri BO, Dwarka BO, and Gopalpur BO
Best matching post officeLabpur SO (Post office)
Delivery office records12
Postal districtBirbhum
Postal stateWest Bengal
Postal divisionBirbhum Division
Postal circleWest Bengal Circle
SourceIndia Post Postal Index Number code reference data

Location and Administration

Sankhanad comes under Sankhanad gram panchayat and Labpur C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Labpur Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The block headquarters is Labpur at 2.50 km. The Census district headquarters, Suri, is 34.20 km away.

Administrative details for Sankhanad
Current stateWest Bengal
Census 2011 stateWest Bengal
Current districtBirbhum
Census 2011 districtBirbhum
State code19
District code334
Block / Census sub-district code2262
C.D. Block code109
Block panchayat code109

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Sankhanad village and its household count.

Total population

308 residents in 74 households

Male population

165

Female population

143

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: 308; Scheduled Tribes: Not reported

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government pre-primary school

Available; count: 2

Private pre-primary school

Not available in village

Government primary school

Available; count: 2

Private primary school

Not available in village

Middle school

Not available in village

Secondary school

Not available in village

Senior secondary school

Not available in village

Vocational / ITI training

Not available in village

Arts and science degree college

Not available in village

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Health facilities reported for Sankhanad
ASHA workerAvailable

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Sankhanad
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Private bus serviceNot available in village
Railway stationNot available in village
National highwayNot available in village
State highwayNot available in village
Major district roadNot available in village
Black topped roadNot available in village
All-weather roadNot available in village
Post officeNot available in village
Village PIN code facilityAvailable
Mobile phone coverageAvailable
CSC / internet cafeNot available in village
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankNot available in village
Cooperative bankNot available in village
Agricultural credit societyNot available in village
PDS shopNot available in village
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village
Weekly haatNot available in village
Self-help groupAvailable
Anganwadi centreAvailable
Assembly polling stationAvailable
Birth and death registration officeNot available in village
Daily newspaper supplyAvailable
Sports fieldAvailable
Public libraryNot available in village
Public reading roomAvailable

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Sankhanad
Treated tap waterNot available in village
Untreated tap waterNot available in village
Hand pumpAvailable
Tube wells / boreholesAvailable
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageAvailable
Total sanitation campaign coverageNot available in village
Domestic power supplyAvailable
Agriculture power supplyAvailable
Commercial power supplyNot available in village
Summer domestic power18 hours per day
Winter domestic power20 hours per day

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Sankhanad
Net area sown128.18 hectares
Irrigated area100 hectares
Unirrigated area28.18 hectares
Canal irrigated area100 hectares
Non-agricultural area11.34 hectares
Main cropPaddy
Second cropWheat
Third cropMustard

Nearby Facility Clues

When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.

Nearest facility clues for Sankhanad
Public bus serviceNot available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km.
Post officeNot available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km.
Commercial bankNot available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km.
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.

How to Reach Sankhanad

Bolpur (37 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Labpur is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Sankhanad
Nearest major townBolpur (37 km)
Block headquartersLabpur (2.50 km)
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Railway station in villageNot available in village
All-weather roadNot available in village

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Block, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Sankhanad. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Sankhanad
Govt Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKGAvailable; 2
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 2
Hand PumpAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Tube Wells/BoreholeAvailable
Tube Wells Borehole Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
River CanalAvailable
Tank Pond LakeAvailable
Tank Pond Lake Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Tank Pond Lake Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Open DrainageAvailable
Open Kuccha DrainageAvailable
Telephone LandlinesAvailable
Mobile Phone CoverageAvailable
Cycle Pulled Rickshaws Manual DrivenAvailable
Cycle Pulled Rickshaws Machine DrivenAvailable
Carts Drivens by AnimalsAvailable
Gravel Kuchha RoadsAvailable
Water Bounded MacadamAvailable
Self Help Group SHGAvailable
Nutritional Centres Anganwadi CentreAvailable
Nutritional Centres OthersAvailable
ASHAAvailable
Sports FieldAvailable
Sports Club Recreation CentreAvailable
Public Reading RoomAvailable
Daily Newspaper SupplyAvailable
Assembly Polling StationAvailable
Power Supply for Domestic UseAvailable
Power Supply for Agriculture UseAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Sankhanad village located?

Sankhanad is located in Labpur Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Birbhum.

Which Block is Sankhanad in?

Sankhanad is in Labpur Block. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Sankhanad in?

District: Birbhum.

What is the village code of Sankhanad?

The Census village code of Sankhanad is 317542.

What is the PIN code of Sankhanad?

The PIN code reported for Sankhanad is 731303.

What is the population of Sankhanad?

Sankhanad has 308 residents in 74 households as per Census 2011.

Which is the nearest town to Sankhanad?

The nearest statutory town to Sankhanad is Bolpur (37 km).

Which crops are grown in Sankhanad?

The main crops reported for Sankhanad are Paddy, Wheat, and Mustard.

What land-use details are available for Sankhanad?

Land-use details for Sankhanad include net area sown: 128.18 hectares, irrigated area: 100 hectares, and unirrigated area: 28.18 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Sankhanad?

Government primary school status for Sankhanad is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Sankhanad?

Public bus service is not available in village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Sankhanad?

Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.

What is the total area of Sankhanad?

The total geographical area of Sankhanad is 139.52 hectares.

How many households are in Sankhanad?

Sankhanad has 74 households as per Census 2011.

Is tap water available in Sankhanad?

Treated tap water is not available in village.

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