Sankarpura
Sankarpura is a village located in Dhanpur taluka of Dohad district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Dhanpur (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Dohad. As per 2009 stats, Vasiya Dungari is the gram panchayat of Sankarpura village.
Here you can discover what makes Sankarpura unique in its vibrant Dhanpur-Dohad region. You’ll see Sankarpura’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sankarpura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankarpura is 519650. The village spans a total geographical area of 6.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 389382. Dohad is nearest town to Sankarpura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sankarpura 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 Garbada Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dahod Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sankarpura
Population of Sankarpura
According to the 2011 Census, Sankarpura has a total population of about 477, with approximately 243 males and 234 females. The sex ratio is around 962 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 81 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 8 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 469. The overall literacy rate is approximately 25.79%, with male literacy at about 34.16% and female literacy near 17.09%. There are around 68 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankarpura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 477 | 243 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 37 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 469 | 239 | 230 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 83 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 354 | 160 | 194 |
Connectivity of Sankarpura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankarpura. As per the 2011 stats, Sankarpura 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sankarpura
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankarpura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankarpura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankarpura
- Where is Sankarpura located?
- Sankarpura village is situated in Dhanpur Taluka, within the Dohad district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankarpura?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sankarpura is Vasiya Dungari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sankarpura?
- The pincode of Sankarpura is 389382, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sankarpura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankarpura is 477, with 243 males and 234 females.
- How many households are there in Sankarpura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankarpura village has a total of 68 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankarpura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankarpura is 25.79%. The male literacy rate is 34.16%, while the female literacy rate is 17.09%.