Sankara
Sankara is a village located in Kathikund subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Kathikund (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Astajora is the gram panchayat of Sankara village.
Sankara has its own place in the vibrant Dumka 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 Sankara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankara is 370724. The village spans a total geographical area of 71.52 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814103. Dumka is nearest town to Sankara village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Sankara
Below is a concise population overview of Sankara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 405 | 211 | 194 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 35 | 44 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 192 | 136 | 56 |
Illiterate Population | 213 | 75 | 138 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankara village:
- The total population of Sankara village is around 405, including approximately 211 males and 194 females, with a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 79 children aged 0–6 years in Sankara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- The literacy rate of Sankara village is about 47.41%, with male literacy at 64.45% and female literacy at 28.87%.
- There are around 94 households in Sankara village.
Connectivity of Sankara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankara. As per the 2011 stats, Sankara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sankara
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankara
- Where is Sankara located?
- Sankara village is situated in Kathikund Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sankara is Astajora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sankara?
- The pincode of Sankara is 814103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sankara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankara is 405, with 211 males and 194 females.
- How many households are there in Sankara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankara village has a total of 94 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankara is 47.41%. The male literacy rate is 64.45%, while the female literacy rate is 28.87%.