Sankara
Sankara is a village located in Khairagarh tehsil of Rajnandgaon district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Khairagarh (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Rajnandgaon. As per 2009 stats, Sankara village is also a gram panchayat.
Sankara has its own place in the vibrant Rajnandgaon 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 440350. The village spans a total geographical area of 267.52 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493559. Khairagarh is nearest town to Sankara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km 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 | 810 | 392 | 418 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 60 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 117 | 56 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 469 | 272 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 341 | 120 | 221 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankara village:
- The total population of Sankara village is around 810, including approximately 392 males and 418 females, with a sex ratio of 1066 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 128 children aged 0–6 years in Sankara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sankara village has 40 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 117 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sankara village is about 57.90%, with male literacy at 69.39% and female literacy at 47.13%.
- There are around 172 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 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 Khairagarh Tehsil, within the Rajnandgaon 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 493559, 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 810, with 392 males and 418 females.
- How many households are there in Sankara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankara village has a total of 172 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankara is 57.90%. The male literacy rate is 69.39%, while the female literacy rate is 47.13%.