Sankara
Sankara is a village located in Baramkela tehsil of Raigarh district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Baramkela (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Raigarh. As per 2009 stats, Sankara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sankara unique in its vibrant Baramkela-Raigarh region. You’ll see Sankara’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 Sankara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankara is 435611. The village spans a total geographical area of 537.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494224. Baramkela is nearest town to Sankara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
As per 2019 stats, Sankara village comes under Raigarh assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Sankara
Population of Sankara
According to the 2011 Census, Sankara has a total population of about 3,545, with approximately 1,784 males and 1,761 females. The sex ratio is around 987 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 328 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 171 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 227. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.89%, with male literacy at about 74.89% and female literacy near 62.81%. There are around 895 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,545 | 1,784 | 1,761 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 328 | 168 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 87 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 227 | 112 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 2,442 | 1,336 | 1,106 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,103 | 448 | 655 |
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 Baramkela Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankara?
- Sankara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sankara?
- The pincode of Sankara is 494224, 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 3,545, with 1,784 males and 1,761 females.
- How many households are there in Sankara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankara village has a total of 895 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankara is 68.89%. The male literacy rate is 74.89%, while the female literacy rate is 62.81%.