Sankhi
Sankhi is a village located in Bashant Rai subdivision of Godda district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 26km away from Godda, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Sankhi village. As per 2009 stats, Sanchpur Sankhi is the gram panchayat of Sankhi village.
Here you can discover what makes Sankhi unique in its vibrant Bashant Rai-Godda region. You’ll see Sankhi’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
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankhi is 357089. The village spans a total geographical area of 30.61 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814155. Bashant Rai is nearest town to Sankhi village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sankhi
Population of Sankhi
According to the 2011 Census, Sankhi has a total population of about 2,263, with approximately 1,154 males and 1,109 females. The sex ratio is around 961 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 525 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 44 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 31.15%, with male literacy at about 40.21% and female literacy near 21.73%. There are around 346 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankhi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,263 | 1,154 | 1,109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 525 | 262 | 263 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 705 | 464 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,558 | 690 | 868 |
Connectivity of Sankhi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankhi. As per the 2011 stats, Sankhi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sankhi
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankhi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankhi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankhi
- Where is Sankhi located?
- Sankhi village is situated in Bashant Rai Subdivision, within the Godda district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankhi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sankhi 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?
- The pincode of Sankhi is 814155, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sankhi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankhi is 2,263, with 1,154 males and 1,109 females.
- How many households are there in Sankhi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankhi village has a total of 346 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankhi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankhi is 31.15%. The male literacy rate is 40.21%, while the female literacy rate is 21.73%.