Sankarapur - Sandur, Ballari
Sankarapur is a village situated in the Sandur taluka of Ballari district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 8 km from Sandur and around 56 km from Bellary. Taranagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankarapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankarapur is 605004. The village covers a total geographical area of 100.64 hectares and falls under the 583121 pincode. Sandur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Sankarapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sandur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballari Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankarapur
As per Census 2011, Sankarapur village has a total population of 37 people, consisting of 31 males and 6 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 193 females per 1,000 males. There are 1 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 32 literate and 5 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sankarapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 37 | 31 | 6 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 30 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 1 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Sankarapur
Sankarapur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sankarapur
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| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sandur to Sankarapur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bellary to Sankarapur is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Sankarapur
Where is Sankarapur located?
Sankarapur village is located in Sandur Taluka, Ballari district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankarapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankarapur is Taranagar.
What is the pincode of Sankarapur?
The pincode of Sankarapur is 583121.
What is the population of Sankarapur?
Sankarapur has a total population of 37, including 31 males and 6 females.
How many households are there in Sankarapur?
There are 16 households in Sankarapur.
What is the literacy rate in Sankarapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankarapur is 86.49%. Male literacy is 96.77% and female literacy is 33.33%.