Sankaram
Sankaram is a village located in Madugula mandal of Visakhapatnam district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Madugula (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Visakhapatnam. As per 2009 stats, Sankaram village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sankaram unique in its vibrant Madugula-Visakhapatnam region. You’ll see Sankaram’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 Sankaram
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankaram is 585873. The village spans a total geographical area of 3893 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 531127. Anakapalle is nearest town to Sankaram village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 70km away.
Google Map of Sankaram
Population of Sankaram
According to the 2011 Census, Sankaram has a total population of about 2,431, with approximately 1,228 males and 1,203 females. The sex ratio is around 979 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 281 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 56 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,952. The overall literacy rate is approximately 42.25%, with male literacy at about 50.73% and female literacy near 33.58%. There are around 621 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankaram's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,431 | 1,228 | 1,203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 281 | 135 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 23 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,952 | 986 | 966 |
| Literate Population | 1,027 | 623 | 404 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,404 | 605 | 799 |
Connectivity of Sankaram
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankaram. As per the 2011 stats, Sankaram 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sankaram
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankaram helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankaram.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankaram
- Where is Sankaram located?
- Sankaram village is situated in Madugula Mandal, within the Visakhapatnam district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankaram?
- Sankaram serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sankaram?
- The pincode of Sankaram is 531127, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sankaram as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankaram is 2,431, with 1,228 males and 1,203 females.
- How many households are there in Sankaram as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankaram village has a total of 621 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankaram as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankaram is 42.25%. The male literacy rate is 50.73%, while the female literacy rate is 33.58%.