Sankapat - Mungeli
Sankapat is a village situated in the Mungeli tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 24 km from Mungeli and around 74 km from Bilaspur. Rajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankapat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankapat is 438207. The village covers a total geographical area of 160.62 hectares and falls under the 495334 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town, located about 74 km away.
Sankapat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungeli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankapat
According to the 2011 Census, Sankapat village had a total population of 440 people, including 229 males and 211 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.32%, with male literacy at 83.24% and female literacy at 65.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 371.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 440 | 229 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 44 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 371 | 189 | 182 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 272 | 154 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 75 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Sankapat
Sankapat is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sankapat
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Sankapat.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bilaspur to Sankapat is about 74 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankapat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankapat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sankapat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankapat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sankapat
Where is Sankapat located?
Sankapat village is located in Mungeli Tehsil, Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankapat?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankapat is Rajpur.
What is the pincode of Sankapat?
The pincode of Sankapat is 495334.
What is the population of Sankapat?
Sankapat had a total population of 440, including 229 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Sankapat?
Sankapat had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankapat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankapat was 74.32%. Male literacy was 83.24% and female literacy was 65.19%.