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.
Here you can discover what makes Sankola unique in its vibrant Barsoi-Katihar region. You’ll see Sankola’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 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.
Google Map of Sankola
Population of Sankola
According to the 2011 Census, Sankola has a total population of about 1,034, with approximately 544 males and 490 females. The sex ratio is around 900 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 123 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 36.75%, with male literacy at about 38.60% and female literacy near 34.69%. There are around 238 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankola's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
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 |
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) |
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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.
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%.