Sankha

Sankha is a village located in Bishrampur subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Bishrampur (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Palamu. As per 2009 stats, Tolara is the gram panchayat of Sankha village.

Sankha has its own place in the vibrant Palamu 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 Sankha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankha is 365764. The village spans a total geographical area of 142 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822124. Bishrampur is nearest town to Sankha village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Sankha

Below is a concise population overview of Sankha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,367 733 634
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 258 135 123
Scheduled Castes (SC) 272 158 114
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 743 465 278
Illiterate Population 624 268 356

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankha village:

  • The total population of Sankha village is around 1,367, including approximately 733 males and 634 females, with a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 258 children aged 0–6 years in Sankha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sankha village has 272 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sankha village is about 54.35%, with male literacy at 63.44% and female literacy at 43.85%.
  • There are around 225 households in Sankha village.

Connectivity of Sankha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankha. As per the 2011 stats, Sankha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sankha

Knowing the nearby villages of Sankha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankha.

Mallahtoli Jenjira Tolra Murma Khurd Murma Kalan Kundi Kadhwan Ulipahari Nimia Dulsulma Pahargerua

Frequently Asked Questions about Sankha

Where is Sankha located?
Sankha village is situated in Bishrampur Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankha?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankha is Tolara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sankha?
The pincode of Sankha is 822124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sankha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankha is 1,367, with 733 males and 634 females.
How many households are there in Sankha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sankha village has a total of 225 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankha is 54.35%. The male literacy rate is 63.44%, while the female literacy rate is 43.85%.