Sankhara - Baheri, Darbhanga
Sankhara is a village situated in the Baheri subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baheri and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Paghari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankhara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankhara is 227614. The village covers a total geographical area of 193 hectares and falls under the 847105 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Sankhara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hayaghat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Samastipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankhara
As per Census 2011, Sankhara village has a total population of 3,377 people, consisting of 1,788 males and 1,589 females. The village has 696 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 743 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,520 literate and 1,857 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,171 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sankhara are given below:
| Category | 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 |
| Literate Population | 1,520 | 943 | 577 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,857 | 845 | 1,012 |
Nearby Villages of Sankhara
Sankhara is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sankhara
Sankhara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Sankhara is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankhara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sankhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankhara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sankhara
Where is Sankhara located?
Sankhara village is located in Baheri Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankhara is Paghari.
What is the pincode of Sankhara?
The pincode of Sankhara is 847105.
What is the population of Sankhara?
Sankhara has a total population of 3,377, including 1,788 males and 1,589 females.
How many households are there in Sankhara?
There are 696 households in Sankhara.
What is the literacy rate in Sankhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankhara is 45.01%. Male literacy is 52.74% and female literacy is 36.31%.