Sankarpur
Sankarpur is a village located in Meherma subdivision of Godda district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 22km away from district headquarter Meherma. Meherma is the sub-district headquarter of Sankarpur village. As per 2009 stats, Shankarpur is the gram panchayat of Sankarpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Sankarpur unique in its vibrant Meherma-Godda region. You’ll see Sankarpur’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 Sankarpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankarpur is 355641. The village spans a total geographical area of 237 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814160. Meherma is nearest town to Sankarpur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sankarpur
Population of Sankarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sankarpur has a total population of about 2,703, with approximately 1,415 males and 1,288 females. The sex ratio is around 910 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 474 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 197 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 473. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.91%, with male literacy at about 59.43% and female literacy near 43.63%. There are around 561 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankarpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,703 | 1,415 | 1,288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 474 | 225 | 249 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 197 | 106 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 473 | 246 | 227 |
| Literate Population | 1,403 | 841 | 562 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,300 | 574 | 726 |
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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankarpur
- Where is Sankarpur located?
- Sankarpur village is situated in Meherma Subdivision, within the Godda district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankarpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sankarpur is Shankarpur (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 814160, 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 2,703, with 1,415 males and 1,288 females.
- How many households are there in Sankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankarpur village has a total of 561 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankarpur is 51.91%. The male literacy rate is 59.43%, while the female literacy rate is 43.63%.