Sankanal
About Sankanal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sankanal village is 599552. Sankanal village is located in Basavana Bagevadi taluka of Bijapur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Basavana Bagevadi (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Bijapur. As per 2009 stats, Hunshyal Pb is the gram panchayat of Sankanal village.
The total geographical area of village is 2065.84 hectares. Sankanal has a total population of 1,863 peoples, out of which male population is 922 while female population is 941. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1020 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sankanal village is 53.35% out of which 66.92% males and 40.06% females are literate. There are about 376 houses in sankanal village. Pincode of sankanal village locality is 586112.
When it comes to administration, Sankanal 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, Sankanal village comes under Devar Hippargi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Vijayapura Lok Sabha constituency. Basavana Bagevadi is nearest town to sankanal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
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Population of Sankanal
The population details of Sankanal 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 | 1,863 | 922 | 941 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 256 | 130 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 577 | 262 | 315 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 994 | 617 | 377 |
| Illiterate Population | 869 | 305 | 564 |
Connectivity of Sankanal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sankanal
Where is Sankanal located?
Sankanal village is situated in Basavana Bagevadi Taluka, within the Bijapur district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankanal?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankanal is Hunshyal Pb (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sankanal?
The pincode of Sankanal is 586112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sankanal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankanal is 1,863, with 922 males and 941 females.
How many households are there in Sankanal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sankanal village has a total of 376 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankanal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankanal is 53.35%. The male literacy rate is 66.92%, while the female literacy rate is 40.06%.