Sankhi Khurd
Sankhi Khurd is a village located in Bashant Rai subdivision of Godda district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 28km away from district headquarter Bashant Rai. Bashant Rai is the sub-district headquarter of Sankhi Khurd village. As per 2009 stats, Sanchpur Sankhi is the gram panchayat of Sankhi Khurd village.
Here you can discover what makes Sankhi Khurd unique in its vibrant Bashant Rai-Godda region. You’ll see Sankhi Khurd’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 Sankhi Khurd
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankhi Khurd is 357100. The village spans a total geographical area of 75 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814155. Bashant Rai is nearest town to Sankhi Khurd village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sankhi Khurd
Population of Sankhi Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Sankhi Khurd has a total population of about 647, with approximately 343 males and 304 females. The sex ratio is around 886 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 151 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 119 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.12%, with male literacy at about 63.56% and female literacy near 56.25%. There are around 112 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankhi Khurd's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 647 | 343 | 304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 79 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 57 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 389 | 218 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 125 | 133 |
Connectivity of Sankhi Khurd
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankhi Khurd. As per the 2011 stats, Sankhi Khurd had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sankhi Khurd
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankhi Khurd helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankhi Khurd.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankhi Khurd
- Where is Sankhi Khurd located?
- Sankhi Khurd village is situated in Bashant Rai Subdivision, within the Godda district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankhi Khurd?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sankhi Khurd is Sanchpur Sankhi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sankhi Khurd?
- The pincode of Sankhi Khurd is 814155, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sankhi Khurd as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankhi Khurd is 647, with 343 males and 304 females.
- How many households are there in Sankhi Khurd as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankhi Khurd village has a total of 112 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankhi Khurd as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankhi Khurd is 60.12%. The male literacy rate is 63.56%, while the female literacy rate is 56.25%.