Sankar
About Sankar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sankar village is 436593. Sankar village is located in Akaltara tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Akaltara (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Sankar village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 634.23 hectares. Sankar has a total population of 1,971 peoples, out of which male population is 982 while female population is 989. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1007 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sankar village is 64.38% out of which 75.25% males and 53.59% females are literate. There are about 462 houses in sankar village. Pincode of sankar village locality is 495554.
Akaltara is nearest town to sankar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Sankar
The population details of Sankar 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 | 1,971 | 982 | 989 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 265 | 128 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 209 | 99 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 460 | 230 | 230 |
| Literate Population | 1,269 | 739 | 530 |
| Illiterate Population | 702 | 243 | 459 |
Connectivity of Sankar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sankar
Where is Sankar located?
Sankar village is situated in Akaltara Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankar?
Sankar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sankar?
The pincode of Sankar is 495554, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sankar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankar is 1,971, with 982 males and 989 females.
How many households are there in Sankar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sankar village has a total of 462 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankar is 64.38%. The male literacy rate is 75.25%, while the female literacy rate is 53.59%.