Sankhi

Sankhi is a village located in Riga subdivision of Sitamarhi district in Bihar, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Riga (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Sitamarhi. As per 2009 stats, Pakri Mathwa is the gram panchayat of Sankhi village.

Sankhi has its own place in the vibrant Sitamarhi 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 Sankhi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankhi is 219368. The village spans a total geographical area of 208 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 843302. Sitamarhi is nearest town to Sankhi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Sankhi

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,399 1,778 1,621
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 780 386 394
Scheduled Castes (SC) 737 379 358
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,316 808 508
Illiterate Population 2,083 970 1,113

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

  • The total population of Sankhi village is around 3,399, including approximately 1,778 males and 1,621 females, with a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 780 children aged 0–6 years in Sankhi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sankhi village has 737 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sankhi village is about 38.72%, with male literacy at 45.44% and female literacy at 31.34%.
  • There are around 657 households in Sankhi village.

Connectivity of Sankhi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankhi. As per the 2011 stats, Sankhi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sankhi

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

Bhagwanpur Piprarhi Bhabdepur Ramnagar Mandar Mathwa Azrakbe Balua Arazi Panchhaur Barahi Rampur Gangauli Sirahi Bokta Batraulia

Frequently Asked Questions about Sankhi

Where is Sankhi located?
Sankhi village is situated in Riga Subdivision, within the Sitamarhi district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankhi is Pakri Mathwa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sankhi?
The pincode of Sankhi is 843302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sankhi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankhi is 3,399, with 1,778 males and 1,621 females.
How many households are there in Sankhi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sankhi village has a total of 657 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankhi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankhi is 38.72%. The male literacy rate is 45.44%, while the female literacy rate is 31.34%.