Sankad
About Sankad
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sankad village is 507673. Sankad village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 1112.26 hectares. Sankad has a total population of 2,080 peoples, out of which male population is 1,092 while female population is 988. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 904 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sankad village is 44.09% out of which 55.31% males and 31.68% females are literate. There are about 354 houses in sankad village. Pincode of sankad village locality is 385310.
When it comes to administration, Sankad village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Sankad village comes under Dhanera Vidhan Sabha constituency & Banaskantha Lok Sabha constituency. Dhanera is nearest town to sankad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
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Population of Sankad
The population details of Sankad cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,080 | 1,092 | 988 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 422 | 237 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 400 | 217 | 183 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 917 | 604 | 313 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,163 | 488 | 675 |
Connectivity of Sankad
| 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 |
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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%.