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.
Sankar has its own place in the vibrant Janjgir Champa region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
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Population of Sankar
Below is a concise population overview of Sankar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankar village:
- The total population of Sankar village is around 1,971, including approximately 982 males and 989 females, with a sex ratio of 1007 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 265 children aged 0–6 years in Sankar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sankar village has 209 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 460 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sankar village is about 64.38%, with male literacy at 75.25% and female literacy at 53.59%.
- There are around 462 households in Sankar village.
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%.