Sankaratti - Athni, Belagavi
Sankaratti is a village situated in the Athni taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 17 km from Athani and around 100 km from Belgaum. Shankaratti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankaratti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankaratti is 597314. The village covers a total geographical area of 1048.9 hectares and falls under the 591220 pincode. Athani is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Sankaratti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Athani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkodi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankaratti
As per Census 2011, Sankaratti village has a total population of 2,716 people, consisting of 1,388 males and 1,328 females. The village has 564 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 348 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,836 literate and 880 illiterate residents. Additionally, 521 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sankaratti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,716 | 1,388 | 1,328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 348 | 192 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 521 | 258 | 263 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,836 | 1,081 | 755 |
| Illiterate Population | 880 | 307 | 573 |
Nearby Villages of Sankaratti
Sankaratti is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Koligudda | South-West | 2.87 km |
| Chikkud | North-West | 2.95 km |
| Khavatkoppa | East | 3.27 km |
| Darur | North | 3.45 km |
| Siddapur | West | 4.42 km |
| Shegunshi | South-East | 5.40 km |
| Yelpratti | South-West | 5.49 km |
| Saptasagar | North-West | 5.66 km |
| Nadi-ingalgaon | North | 5.73 km |
| Dodwad | East | 6.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sankaratti
Sankaratti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chinchli, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Athani to Sankaratti is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Sankaratti is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankaratti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankaratti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sankaratti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankaratti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sankaratti
Where is Sankaratti located?
Sankaratti village is located in Athni Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankaratti?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankaratti is Shankaratti.
What is the pincode of Sankaratti?
The pincode of Sankaratti is 591220.
What is the population of Sankaratti?
Sankaratti has a total population of 2,716, including 1,388 males and 1,328 females.
How many households are there in Sankaratti?
There are 564 households in Sankaratti.
What is the literacy rate in Sankaratti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankaratti is 67.60%. Male literacy is 77.88% and female literacy is 56.85%.