Sankad
Sankad is a village located in Dhanera taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Dhanera (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Jorapura Dhakha is the gram panchayat of Sankad village.
Sankad has its own place in the vibrant Banas Kantha 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 Sankad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankad is 507673. The village spans a total geographical area of 1112.26 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385310. Dhanera is nearest town to Sankad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sankad village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dhanera Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Sankad
Below is a concise population overview of Sankad 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 | 2,080 | 1,092 | 988 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 422 | 237 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 400 | 217 | 183 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 917 | 604 | 313 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,163 | 488 | 675 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankad village:
- The total population of Sankad village is around 2,080, including approximately 1,092 males and 988 females, with a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 422 children aged 0–6 years in Sankad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sankad village has 400 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 5 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sankad village is about 44.09%, with male literacy at 55.31% and female literacy at 31.68%.
- There are around 354 households in Sankad village.
Connectivity of Sankad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankad. As per the 2011 stats, Sankad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sankad
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankad
- Where is Sankad located?
- Sankad village is situated in Dhanera Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sankad is Jorapura Dhakha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sankad?
- The pincode of Sankad is 385310, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sankad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankad is 2,080, with 1,092 males and 988 females.
- How many households are there in Sankad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankad village has a total of 354 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankad is 44.09%. The male literacy rate is 55.31%, while the female literacy rate is 31.68%.