Sankara
Sankara is a village located in Chhura tehsil of Raipur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Chhura (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Raipur. As per 2009 stats, Sankara village is also a gram panchayat.
Sankara has its own place in the vibrant Raipur 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 445258. The village spans a total geographical area of 535.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 492109. Gobra Nawapara is nearest town to Sankara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
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 | 839 | 392 | 447 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 52 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 36 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 619 | 287 | 332 |
| Literate Population | 550 | 297 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 289 | 95 | 194 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankara village:
- The total population of Sankara village is around 839, including approximately 392 males and 447 females, with a sex ratio of 1140 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 114 children aged 0–6 years in Sankara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sankara village has 71 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 619 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sankara village is about 65.55%, with male literacy at 75.77% and female literacy at 56.60%.
- There are around 179 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| 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 Chhura Tehsil, within the Raipur 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 492109, 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 839, with 392 males and 447 females.
- How many households are there in Sankara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankara village has a total of 179 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankara is 65.55%. The male literacy rate is 75.77%, while the female literacy rate is 56.60%.