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.
Sankarpura has its own place in the vibrant Dohad 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Sankarpura 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankarpura village:
- The total population of Sankarpura village is around 477, including approximately 243 males and 234 females, with a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 81 children aged 0–6 years in Sankarpura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sankarpura village has 8 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 469 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sankarpura village is about 25.79%, with male literacy at 34.16% and female literacy at 17.09%.
- There are around 68 households in Sankarpura village.
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%.