Sankheda
Sankheda is a village located in Sankheda taluka of Vadodara district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 55km away from district headquarter Sankheda. Sankheda is the sub-district headquarter of Sankheda village. As per 2009 stats, Sankheda village is also a gram panchayat.
Sankheda has its own place in the vibrant Vadodara 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 Sankheda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankheda is 520811. The village spans a total geographical area of 163 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 391145. Bodeli is nearest town to Sankheda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Sankheda
Below is a concise population overview of Sankheda 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 | 10,837 | 5,647 | 5,190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,306 | 694 | 612 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 332 | 170 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,064 | 1,109 | 955 |
| Literate Population | 7,629 | 4,176 | 3,453 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,208 | 1,471 | 1,737 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankheda village:
- The total population of Sankheda village is around 10,837, including approximately 5,647 males and 5,190 females, with a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,306 children aged 0–6 years in Sankheda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sankheda village has 332 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2,064 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sankheda village is about 70.40%, with male literacy at 73.95% and female literacy at 66.53%.
- There are around 2,457 households in Sankheda village.
Connectivity of Sankheda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankheda. As per the 2011 stats, Sankheda 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sankheda
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankheda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankheda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankheda
- Where is Sankheda located?
- Sankheda village is situated in Sankheda Taluka, within the Vadodara district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankheda?
- Sankheda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sankheda?
- The pincode of Sankheda is 391145, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sankheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankheda is 10,837, with 5,647 males and 5,190 females.
- How many households are there in Sankheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankheda village has a total of 2,457 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankheda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankheda is 70.40%. The male literacy rate is 73.95%, while the female literacy rate is 66.53%.