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.
Sankara has its own place in the vibrant Raigarh 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 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
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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankara village:
- The total population of Sankara village is around 3,545, including approximately 1,784 males and 1,761 females, with a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 328 children aged 0–6 years in Sankara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sankara village has 171 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 227 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sankara village is about 68.89%, with male literacy at 74.89% and female literacy at 62.81%.
- There are around 895 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 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%.