Sankha
About Sankha
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sankha village is 599167. Sankha village is located in Indi taluka of Bijapur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Indi (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Bijapur. As per 2009 stats, Hattalli is the gram panchayat of Sankha village.
The total geographical area of village is 761.35 hectares. Sankha has a total population of 1,749 peoples, out of which male population is 926 while female population is 823. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 888 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sankha village is 58.49% out of which 68.36% males and 47.39% females are literate. There are about 305 houses in sankha village. Pincode of sankha village locality is 586112.
When it comes to administration, Sankha 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, Sankha village comes under Nagthan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Vijayapura Lok Sabha constituency. Mangalvedhe (maharastra) is nearest town to sankha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
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Population of Sankha
The population details of Sankha 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 | 1,749 | 926 | 823 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 240 | 126 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 356 | 190 | 166 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,023 | 633 | 390 |
| Illiterate Population | 726 | 293 | 433 |
Connectivity of Sankha
| 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 Sankha
Where is Sankha located?
Sankha village is situated in Indi Taluka, within the Bijapur district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankha?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankha is Hattalli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sankha?
The pincode of Sankha is 586112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sankha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankha is 1,749, with 926 males and 823 females.
How many households are there in Sankha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sankha village has a total of 305 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankha is 58.49%. The male literacy rate is 68.36%, while the female literacy rate is 47.39%.