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.
Sankhi has its own place in the vibrant Godda 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Sankhi 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankhi village:
- The total population of Sankhi village is around 2,263, including approximately 1,154 males and 1,109 females, with a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 525 children aged 0–6 years in Sankhi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sankhi village has 44 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Sankhi village is about 31.15%, with male literacy at 40.21% and female literacy at 21.73%.
- There are around 346 households in Sankhi village.
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%.