Sankara
Sankara is a village located in Tilda tehsil of Raipur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Tilda (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Raipur. As per 2009 stats, Sankra is the gram panchayat of Sankara village.
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 444892. The village spans a total geographical area of 1048 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495674. Tilda Newra is nearest town to Sankara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km 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 | 2,324 | 1,185 | 1,139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 358 | 174 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 313 | 163 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 45 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 1,301 | 745 | 556 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,023 | 440 | 583 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankara village:
- The total population of Sankara village is around 2,324, including approximately 1,185 males and 1,139 females, with a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 358 children aged 0–6 years in Sankara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sankara village has 313 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 76 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sankara village is about 55.98%, with male literacy at 62.87% and female literacy at 48.81%.
- There are around 449 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 Tilda Tehsil, within the Raipur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sankara is Sankra (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 495674, 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 2,324, with 1,185 males and 1,139 females.
- How many households are there in Sankara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankara village has a total of 449 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankara is 55.98%. The male literacy rate is 62.87%, while the female literacy rate is 48.81%.