Sankeshwar
Sankeshwar is a village located in Hukeri taluka of Belgaum district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Hukkeri (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Belgaum. As per 2009 stats, Gotur is the gram panchayat of Sankeshwar village.
Here you can discover what makes Sankeshwar unique in its vibrant Hukeri-Belgaum region. You’ll see Sankeshwar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sankeshwar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankeshwar is 597570. The village spans a total geographical area of 1041.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 591340. Sankeshwar is nearest town to Sankeshwar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 1km away.
Google Map of Sankeshwar
Population of Sankeshwar
According to the 2011 Census, Sankeshwar has a total population of about 1,319, with approximately 685 males and 634 females. The sex ratio is around 925 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 125 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 8 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 57. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.86%, with male literacy at about 80.15% and female literacy near 64.98%. There are around 299 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankeshwar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,319 | 685 | 634 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 74 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 961 | 549 | 412 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 136 | 222 |
Connectivity of Sankeshwar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankeshwar. As per the 2011 stats, Sankeshwar 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sankeshwar
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankeshwar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankeshwar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankeshwar
- Where is Sankeshwar located?
- Sankeshwar village is situated in Hukeri Taluka, within the Belgaum district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankeshwar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sankeshwar is Gotur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sankeshwar?
- The pincode of Sankeshwar is 591340, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sankeshwar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankeshwar is 1,319, with 685 males and 634 females.
- How many households are there in Sankeshwar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankeshwar village has a total of 299 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankeshwar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankeshwar is 72.86%. The male literacy rate is 80.15%, while the female literacy rate is 64.98%.