Sankanhal
About Sankanhal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sankanhal village is 601662. Sankanhal village is located in Gangawati taluka of Koppal district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 41km away from sub-district headquarter Gangawati (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Koppal. As per 2009 stats, Navali is the gram panchayat of Sankanhal village.
The total geographical area of village is 386.54 hectares. Sankanhal has a total population of 498 peoples, out of which male population is 242 while female population is 256. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1057 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sankanhal village is 64.46% out of which 76.86% males and 52.73% females are literate. There are about 98 houses in sankanhal village. Pincode of sankanhal village locality is 583229.
When it comes to administration, Sankanhal 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, Sankanhal village comes under Kanakagiri Vidhan Sabha constituency & Koppal Lok Sabha constituency. Gangawati is nearest town to sankanhal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 41km away.
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Population of Sankanhal
The population details of Sankanhal 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 | 498 | 242 | 256 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 72 | 36 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 283 | 134 | 149 |
| Literate Population | 321 | 186 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 56 | 121 |
Connectivity of Sankanhal
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sankanhal
Where is Sankanhal located?
Sankanhal village is situated in Gangawati Taluka, within the Koppal district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankanhal?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankanhal is Navali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sankanhal?
The pincode of Sankanhal is 583229, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sankanhal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankanhal is 498, with 242 males and 256 females.
How many households are there in Sankanhal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sankanhal village has a total of 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankanhal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankanhal is 64.46%. The male literacy rate is 76.86%, while the female literacy rate is 52.73%.