Sankarpur

Sankarpur is a village located in Devipur subdivision of Deoghar district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Devipur (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Deoghar. As per 2009 stats, Jitjorit is the gram panchayat of Sankarpur village.

Sankarpur has its own place in the vibrant Deoghar 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 Sankarpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankarpur is 354421. The village spans a total geographical area of 106 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814152. Devipur is nearest town to Sankarpur village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Sankarpur 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 Deoghar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Godda Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Sankarpur

The Map data on this website is provided by Google Maps, a free online map service one can access and view in a web browser.

Population of Sankarpur

Below is a concise population overview of Sankarpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 926 489 437
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 149 78 71
Scheduled Castes (SC) 231 120 111
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 484 311 173
Illiterate Population 442 178 264

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankarpur village:

  • The total population of Sankarpur village is around 926, including approximately 489 males and 437 females, with a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 149 children aged 0–6 years in Sankarpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sankarpur village has 231 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sankarpur village is about 52.27%, with male literacy at 63.60% and female literacy at 39.59%.
  • There are around 187 households in Sankarpur village.

Connectivity of Sankarpur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankarpur. As per the 2011 stats, Sankarpur 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 <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Sankarpur

Knowing the nearby villages of Sankarpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankarpur.

Mathura Pokhar Ramudih Tiljori Sultanpur Ramsagar Kharik Bhojpur Patharchapti Kharkuwan Paharidih Jitjori

Frequently Asked Questions about Sankarpur

Where is Sankarpur located?
Sankarpur village is situated in Devipur Subdivision, within the Deoghar district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankarpur is Jitjorit (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sankarpur?
The pincode of Sankarpur is 814152, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankarpur is 926, with 489 males and 437 females.
How many households are there in Sankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sankarpur village has a total of 187 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankarpur is 52.27%. The male literacy rate is 63.60%, while the female literacy rate is 39.59%.