Sankanwadi
Sankanwadi is a village 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.
Sankanwadi has its own place in the vibrant Belgaum 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 Sankanwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankanwadi is 597204. The village spans a total geographical area of 381.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 591228. Chikodi is nearest town to Sankanwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sankanwadi 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 Chikkodi-Sadalga Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chikkodi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sankanwadi
Population of Sankanwadi
Below is a concise population overview of Sankanwadi 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 | 1,496 | 740 | 756 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 81 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 76 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,080 | 592 | 488 |
| Illiterate Population | 416 | 148 | 268 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankanwadi village:
- The total population of Sankanwadi village is around 1,496, including approximately 740 males and 756 females, with a sex ratio of 1021 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 174 children aged 0–6 years in Sankanwadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sankanwadi village has 152 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Sankanwadi village is about 72.19%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 64.55%.
- There are around 320 households in Sankanwadi village.
Connectivity of Sankanwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankanwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Sankanwadi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Sankanwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankanwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankanwadi.
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%.