Sankali
Sankali is a village located in Wadhwan taluka of Surendranagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Wadhwan (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Surendranagar. As per 2009 stats, Sankali village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sankali unique in its vibrant Wadhwan-Surendranagar region. You’ll see Sankali’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 Sankali
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankali is 512228. The village spans a total geographical area of 998.96 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 363030. Wadhwan is nearest town to Sankali village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sankali 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 Wadhwan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sankali
Population of Sankali
According to the 2011 Census, Sankali has a total population of about 1,367, with approximately 721 males and 646 females. The sex ratio is around 895 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 191 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 210 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.62%, with male literacy at about 64.08% and female literacy near 41.95%. There are around 273 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankali's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,367 | 721 | 646 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 99 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 114 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 733 | 462 | 271 |
| Illiterate Population | 634 | 259 | 375 |
Connectivity of Sankali
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankali. As per the 2011 stats, Sankali 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 Sankali
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankali helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankali.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankali
- Where is Sankali located?
- Sankali village is situated in Wadhwan Taluka, within the Surendranagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankali?
- Sankali serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sankali?
- The pincode of Sankali is 363030, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sankali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankali is 1,367, with 721 males and 646 females.
- How many households are there in Sankali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankali village has a total of 273 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankali as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankali is 53.62%. The male literacy rate is 64.08%, while the female literacy rate is 41.95%.