Sankra

Sankra is a village located in Magarlod tehsil of Dhamtari district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Magarlod (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Dhamtari. As per 2009 stats, Sankra village is also a gram panchayat.

Sankra has its own place in the vibrant Dhamtari 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 Sankra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankra is 446959. The village spans a total geographical area of 343.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493663. Magarlod is nearest town to Sankra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

Google Map of Sankra

The Map data on this website is provided by Google Maps, a free online map service one can access and view in a web browser.

Population of Sankra

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,115 535 580
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 157 85 72
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 502 236 266
Literate Population 778 420 358
Illiterate Population 337 115 222

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

  • The total population of Sankra village is around 1,115, including approximately 535 males and 580 females, with a sex ratio of 1084 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 157 children aged 0–6 years in Sankra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sankra village has 502 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sankra village is about 69.78%, with male literacy at 78.50% and female literacy at 61.72%.
  • There are around 208 households in Sankra village.

Connectivity of Sankra

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

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

Nearby Villages of Sankra

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

Dumarpali Dhaurabhata Nawagaon Bhothidih Rakadih Kamroud Charbhata Bodra Amachani Dudhwara Gadadih

Frequently Asked Questions about Sankra

Where is Sankra located?
Sankra village is situated in Magarlod Tehsil, within the Dhamtari district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankra?
Sankra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sankra?
The pincode of Sankra is 493663, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sankra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankra is 1,115, with 535 males and 580 females.
How many households are there in Sankra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sankra village has a total of 208 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankra is 69.78%. The male literacy rate is 78.50%, while the female literacy rate is 61.72%.