Sankola

Sankola is a village located in Barsoi subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Barsoi (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Belwa is the gram panchayat of Sankola village.

Sankola has its own place in the vibrant Katihar 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 Sankola

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankola is 224954. The village spans a total geographical area of 100 hectares. Katihar is nearest town to Sankola village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 48km away.

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Population of Sankola

Below is a concise population overview of Sankola as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,034 544 490
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 123 59 64
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 380 210 170
Illiterate Population 654 334 320

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

  • The total population of Sankola village is around 1,034, including approximately 544 males and 490 females, with a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 123 children aged 0–6 years in Sankola village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Sankola village is about 36.75%, with male literacy at 38.60% and female literacy at 34.69%.
  • There are around 238 households in Sankola village.

Connectivity of Sankola

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankola. As per the 2011 stats, Sankola 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 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Sankola

Knowing the nearby villages of Sankola helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankola.

Pokharia Chamrutola Lagwan Belwa Lakhitola Kothar Satarghat Maltipur Laltola Ekdala Dulahpur Gobindpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Sankola

Where is Sankola located?
Sankola village is situated in Barsoi Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankola?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankola is Belwa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Sankola as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankola is 1,034, with 544 males and 490 females.
How many households are there in Sankola as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sankola village has a total of 238 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankola as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankola is 36.75%. The male literacy rate is 38.60%, while the female literacy rate is 34.69%.