Sankadal
Sankadal is a village located in Shirhatti taluka of Gadag district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Shirhatti (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Gadag. As per 2009 stats, Adharahalli is the gram panchayat of Sankadal village.
Here you can discover what makes Sankadal unique in its vibrant Shirhatti-Gadag region. You’ll see Sankadal’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 Sankadal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankadal is 602072. The village spans a total geographical area of 278.45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 582116. Lakshmeshwar is nearest town to Sankadal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Sankadal
Population of Sankadal
According to the 2011 Census, Sankadal has a total population of about 536, with approximately 276 males and 260 females. The sex ratio is around 942 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 77 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 78 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.44%, with male literacy at about 82.25% and female literacy near 66.15%. There are around 117 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankadal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 536 | 276 | 260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 44 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 37 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 399 | 227 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 49 | 88 |
Connectivity of Sankadal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankadal. As per the 2011 stats, Sankadal 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 Sankadal
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankadal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankadal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankadal
- Where is Sankadal located?
- Sankadal village is situated in Shirhatti Taluka, within the Gadag district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankadal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sankadal is Adharahalli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sankadal?
- The pincode of Sankadal is 582116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sankadal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankadal is 536, with 276 males and 260 females.
- How many households are there in Sankadal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankadal village has a total of 117 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankadal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankadal is 74.44%. The male literacy rate is 82.25%, while the female literacy rate is 66.15%.