Sankra - Nagri, Dhamtari
Sankra is a village situated in the Nagri tehsil of Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagari and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Dhamtari. Saankra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankra is 447251. The village covers a total geographical area of 1189.39 hectares and falls under the 493778 pincode. Nagri is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Sankra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sihawa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankra
According to the 2011 Census, Sankra village had a total population of 6,681 people, including 3,301 males and 3,380 females, living in 1,543 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.53%, with male literacy at 93.02% and female literacy at 72.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 145, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,797.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,681 | 3,301 | 3,380 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 836 | 436 | 400 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 70 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,797 | 865 | 932 |
| Literate Population | 4,824 | 2,665 | 2,159 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,857 | 636 | 1,221 |
Nearby Villages of Sankra
Sankra 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 Sankra
Sankra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Nagri to Sankra is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhamtari to Sankra is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sankra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sankra
Where is Sankra located?
Sankra village is located in Nagri Tehsil, Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sankra?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankra is Saankra.
What is the pincode of Sankra?
The pincode of Sankra is 493778.
What is the population of Sankra?
Sankra had a total population of 6,681, including 3,301 males and 3,380 females.
How many households are there in Sankra?
Sankra had 1,543 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankra was 82.53%. Male literacy was 93.02% and female literacy was 72.45%.