Sankar
Sankar is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Sankar unique in its vibrant Akaltara-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Sankar’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 Sankar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankar is 436593. The village spans a total geographical area of 634.23 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495554. Akaltara is nearest town to Sankar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Sankar
Population of Sankar
According to the 2011 Census, Sankar has a total population of about 1,971, with approximately 982 males and 989 females. The sex ratio is around 1007 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 265 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 209 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 460. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.38%, with male literacy at about 75.25% and female literacy near 53.59%. There are around 462 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,971 | 982 | 989 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 128 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 209 | 99 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 460 | 230 | 230 |
| Literate Population | 1,269 | 739 | 530 |
| Illiterate Population | 702 | 243 | 459 |
Connectivity of Sankar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankar. As per the 2011 stats, Sankar 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sankar
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankar.
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%.