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 President 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
According to the 2011 Census, Sankarapur village had a total population of 37 people, including 31 males and 6 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 194 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.89%, with male literacy at 96.77% and female literacy at 40.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 37 | 31 | 6 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 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
| 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 had a total population of 37, including 31 males and 6 females.
How many households are there in Sankarapur?
Sankarapur had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankarapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankarapur was 88.89%. Male literacy was 96.77% and female literacy was 40.00%.