Sankanwadi
About Sankanwadi
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sankanwadi village is 597204. Sankanwadi village is located in Chikodi taluka of Belgaum district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Chikodi (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Belgaum. As per 2009 stats, Navalihal is the gram panchayat of Sankanwadi village.
The total geographical area of village is 381.69 hectares. Sankanwadi has a total population of 1,496 peoples, out of which male population is 740 while female population is 756. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1021 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sankanwadi village is 72.19% out of which 80.00% males and 64.55% females are literate. There are about 320 houses in sankanwadi village. Pincode of sankanwadi village locality is 591228.
When it comes to administration, Sankanwadi village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Sankanwadi village comes under Chikkodi-Sadalga Vidhan Sabha constituency & Chikkodi Lok Sabha constituency. Chikodi is nearest town to sankanwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
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Population of Sankanwadi
The population details of Sankanwadi cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,496 | 740 | 756 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 174 | 81 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 152 | 76 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,080 | 592 | 488 |
| Illiterate Population | 416 | 148 | 268 |
Connectivity of Sankanwadi
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sankanwadi
Where is Sankanwadi located?
Sankanwadi village is situated in Chikodi Taluka, within the Belgaum district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankanwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankanwadi is Navalihal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sankanwadi?
The pincode of Sankanwadi is 591228, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sankanwadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankanwadi is 1,496, with 740 males and 756 females.
How many households are there in Sankanwadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sankanwadi village has a total of 320 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankanwadi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankanwadi is 72.19%. The male literacy rate is 80.00%, while the female literacy rate is 64.55%.