Sankanal
Sankanal is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Sankanal unique in its vibrant Basavana Bagevadi-Bijapur region. You’ll see Sankanal’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 Sankanal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankanal is 599552. The village spans a total geographical area of 2065.84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 586112. Basavana Bagevadi is nearest town to Sankanal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sankanal 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 Devar Hippargi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sankanal
Population of Sankanal
According to the 2011 Census, Sankanal has a total population of about 1,863, with approximately 922 males and 941 females. The sex ratio is around 1020 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 256 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 577 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.35%, with male literacy at about 66.92% and female literacy near 40.06%. There are around 376 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankanal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,863 | 922 | 941 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 130 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 577 | 262 | 315 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 994 | 617 | 377 |
| Illiterate Population | 869 | 305 | 564 |
Connectivity of Sankanal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankanal. As per the 2011 stats, Sankanal 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sankanal
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankanal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankanal.
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%.