Sankra
About Sankra
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sankra village is 442531. Sankra village is located in Dhamdha tehsil of Durg district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 37km away from sub-district headquarter Dhamdha (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Durg. As per 2009 stats, Sankra village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 465.93 hectares. Sankra has a total population of 1,781 peoples, out of which male population is 898 while female population is 883. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 983 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sankra village is 59.18% out of which 66.93% males and 51.30% females are literate. There are about 347 houses in sankra village. Pincode of sankra village locality is 490042.
When it comes to administration, Sankra village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Sankra village comes under Ahiwara Vidhan Sabha constituency & Durg Lok Sabha constituency. Dhamdha is nearest town to sankra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.
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Population of Sankra
The population details of Sankra cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,781 | 898 | 883 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 254 | 132 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 239 | 119 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,054 | 601 | 453 |
| Illiterate Population | 727 | 297 | 430 |
Connectivity of Sankra
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sankra
Where is Sankra located?
Sankra village is situated in Dhamdha Tehsil, within the Durg 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 490042, 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 1,781, with 898 males and 883 females.
How many households are there in Sankra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sankra village has a total of 347 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankra is 59.18%. The male literacy rate is 66.93%, while the female literacy rate is 51.30%.