Sankhara
Sankhara is a village located in Baheri subdivision of Darbhanga district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Baheri (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Darbhanga. As per 2009 stats, Paghari is the gram panchayat of Sankhara village.
Here you can discover what makes Sankhara unique in its vibrant Baheri-Darbhanga region. You’ll see Sankhara’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 Sankhara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankhara is 227614. The village spans a total geographical area of 193 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 847105. Darbhanga is nearest town to Sankhara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Sankhara
Population of Sankhara
According to the 2011 Census, Sankhara has a total population of about 3,377, with approximately 1,788 males and 1,589 females. The sex ratio is around 888 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 743 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,171 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 45.01%, with male literacy at about 52.74% and female literacy near 36.31%. There are around 696 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankhara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,377 | 1,788 | 1,589 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 743 | 376 | 367 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,171 | 625 | 546 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,520 | 943 | 577 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,857 | 845 | 1,012 |
Connectivity of Sankhara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankhara. As per the 2011 stats, Sankhara 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sankhara
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankhara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankhara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankhara
- Where is Sankhara located?
- Sankhara village is situated in Baheri Subdivision, within the Darbhanga district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankhara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sankhara is Paghari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sankhara?
- The pincode of Sankhara is 847105, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sankhara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankhara is 3,377, with 1,788 males and 1,589 females.
- How many households are there in Sankhara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankhara village has a total of 696 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankhara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankhara is 45.01%. The male literacy rate is 52.74%, while the female literacy rate is 36.31%.