Sankra
Sankra is a village located in Patan tehsil of Durg district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Patan (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Durg. As per 2009 stats, Sankara is the gram panchayat of Sankra village.
Here you can discover what makes Sankra unique in its vibrant Patan-Durg region. You’ll see Sankra’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 Sankra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankra is 442644. The village spans a total geographical area of 712.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496220. Patan is nearest town to Sankra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Sankra
Population of Sankra
According to the 2011 Census, Sankra has a total population of about 2,905, with approximately 1,450 males and 1,455 females. The sex ratio is around 1003 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 443 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 808 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 267. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.79%, with male literacy at about 68.83% and female literacy near 52.78%. There are around 618 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,905 | 1,450 | 1,455 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 443 | 227 | 216 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 808 | 408 | 400 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 267 | 129 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 1,766 | 998 | 768 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,139 | 452 | 687 |
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 village |
| 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankra
- Where is Sankra located?
- Sankra village is situated in Patan Tehsil, within the Durg district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankra?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sankra is Sankara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sankra?
- The pincode of Sankra is 496220, 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 2,905, with 1,450 males and 1,455 females.
- How many households are there in Sankra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankra village has a total of 618 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankra is 60.79%. The male literacy rate is 68.83%, while the female literacy rate is 52.78%.