Sankerpur
Sankerpur is a village located in Adityapur subdivision of Saraikela Kharsawan district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Adityapur(gamharia) (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Seraikela-kharsawan. As per 2009 stats, Kalikapur is the gram panchayat of Sankerpur village.
Sankerpur has its own place in the vibrant Saraikela Kharsawan 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 Sankerpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankerpur is 379131. The village spans a total geographical area of 32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 832108. Adityapur is nearest town to Sankerpur village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Sankerpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Saraikella Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sankerpur
Population of Sankerpur
Below is a concise population overview of Sankerpur 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 | 327 | 153 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 17 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 261 | 124 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 219 | 119 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 34 | 74 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankerpur village:
- The total population of Sankerpur village is around 327, including approximately 153 males and 174 females, with a sex ratio of 1137 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 39 children aged 0–6 years in Sankerpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sankerpur village has 18 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 261 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sankerpur village is about 66.97%, with male literacy at 77.78% and female literacy at 57.47%.
- There are around 70 households in Sankerpur village.
Connectivity of Sankerpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankerpur. As per the 2011 stats, Sankerpur 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sankerpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankerpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankerpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankerpur
- Where is Sankerpur located?
- Sankerpur village is situated in Adityapur Subdivision, within the Saraikela Kharsawan district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankerpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sankerpur is Kalikapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sankerpur?
- The pincode of Sankerpur is 832108, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sankerpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankerpur is 327, with 153 males and 174 females.
- How many households are there in Sankerpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankerpur village has a total of 70 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankerpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankerpur is 66.97%. The male literacy rate is 77.78%, while the female literacy rate is 57.47%.