Sunkeswara
Sunkeswara is a village located in Manvi taluka of Raichur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Manvi (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Raichur. As per 2009 stats, Sunkeshwar is the gram panchayat of Sunkeswara village.
Here you can discover what makes Sunkeswara unique in its vibrant Manvi-Raichur region. You’ll see Sunkeswara’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 Sunkeswara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sunkeswara is 601005. The village spans a total geographical area of 1077.64 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 584203. Manvi is nearest town to Sunkeswara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sunkeswara 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 Raichur Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raichur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sunkeswara
Population of Sunkeswara
According to the 2011 Census, Sunkeswara has a total population of about 3,525, with approximately 1,779 males and 1,746 females. The sex ratio is around 981 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 597 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,814 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 587. The overall literacy rate is approximately 39.04%, with male literacy at about 47.50% and female literacy near 30.41%. There are around 689 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sunkeswara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,525 | 1,779 | 1,746 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 597 | 304 | 293 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,814 | 923 | 891 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 587 | 280 | 307 |
| Literate Population | 1,376 | 845 | 531 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,149 | 934 | 1,215 |
Connectivity of Sunkeswara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sunkeswara. As per the 2011 stats, Sunkeswara 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 Sunkeswara
Knowing the nearby villages of Sunkeswara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sunkeswara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sunkeswara
- Where is Sunkeswara located?
- Sunkeswara village is situated in Manvi Taluka, within the Raichur district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sunkeswara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sunkeswara is Sunkeshwar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sunkeswara?
- The pincode of Sunkeswara is 584203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sunkeswara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sunkeswara is 3,525, with 1,779 males and 1,746 females.
- How many households are there in Sunkeswara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sunkeswara village has a total of 689 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sunkeswara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sunkeswara is 39.04%. The male literacy rate is 47.50%, while the female literacy rate is 30.41%.