Sankara
Sankara is a village located in Pithora tehsil of Mahasamund district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Pithaura (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Mahasamund. As per 2009 stats, Sakankara is the gram panchayat of Sankara village.
Sankara has its own place in the vibrant Mahasamund 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 Sankara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankara is 446523. The village spans a total geographical area of 453.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494670. Bagbahara is nearest town to Sankara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sankara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Basna Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sankara
Population of Sankara
Below is a concise population overview of Sankara 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 | 2,851 | 1,444 | 1,407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 345 | 180 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 178 | 84 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 389 | 212 | 177 |
| Literate Population | 1,956 | 1,092 | 864 |
| Illiterate Population | 895 | 352 | 543 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankara village:
- The total population of Sankara village is around 2,851, including approximately 1,444 males and 1,407 females, with a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 345 children aged 0–6 years in Sankara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sankara village has 178 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 389 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sankara village is about 68.61%, with male literacy at 75.62% and female literacy at 61.41%.
- There are around 651 households in Sankara village.
Connectivity of Sankara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankara. As per the 2011 stats, Sankara 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 Sankara
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankara
- Where is Sankara located?
- Sankara village is situated in Pithora Tehsil, within the Mahasamund district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sankara is Sakankara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sankara?
- The pincode of Sankara is 494670, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sankara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankara is 2,851, with 1,444 males and 1,407 females.
- How many households are there in Sankara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankara village has a total of 651 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankara is 68.61%. The male literacy rate is 75.62%, while the female literacy rate is 61.41%.