Sankanur

Sankanur is a village located in Yelbarga taluka of Koppal district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Yelbarga (tehsildar office) and 59km away from district headquarter Koppal. As per 2009 stats, Sankanooru is the gram panchayat of Sankanur village.

Here you can discover what makes Sankanur unique in its vibrant Yelbarga-Koppal region. You’ll see Sankanur’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 Sankanur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankanur is 601230. The village spans a total geographical area of 1087.77 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 583236. Gajendragarh is nearest town to Sankanur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

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Population of Sankanur

According to the 2011 Census, Sankanur has a total population of about 2,193, with approximately 1,064 males and 1,129 females. The sex ratio is around 1061 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 286 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 409 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 74. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.96%, with male literacy at about 70.68% and female literacy near 49.87%. There are around 451 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankanur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,193 1,064 1,129
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 286 138 148
Scheduled Castes (SC) 409 196 213
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 74 36 38
Literate Population 1,315 752 563
Illiterate Population 878 312 566

Connectivity of Sankanur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankanur. As per the 2011 stats, Sankanur 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 Sankanur

Knowing the nearby villages of Sankanur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankanur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Sankanur

Where is Sankanur located?
Sankanur village is situated in Yelbarga Taluka, within the Koppal district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankanur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankanur is Sankanooru (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sankanur?
The pincode of Sankanur is 583236, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sankanur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankanur is 2,193, with 1,064 males and 1,129 females.
How many households are there in Sankanur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sankanur village has a total of 451 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankanur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankanur is 59.96%. The male literacy rate is 70.68%, while the female literacy rate is 49.87%.