Sunkanur
Sunkanur is a village located in Sindhnur taluka of Raichur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Sindhnur (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Raichur. As per 2009 stats, Udbal U is the gram panchayat of Sunkanur village.
Sunkanur has its own place in the vibrant Raichur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sunkanur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sunkanur is 601095. The village spans a total geographical area of 555.03 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 584138. Sindhnur is nearest town to Sunkanur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sunkanur 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 Maski Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Koppal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Sunkanur
Below is a concise population overview of Sunkanur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 647 | 344 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 58 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 88 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 394 | 240 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 253 | 104 | 149 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sunkanur village:
- The total population of Sunkanur village is around 647, including approximately 344 males and 303 females, with a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 95 children aged 0–6 years in Sunkanur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sunkanur village has 161 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 5 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sunkanur village is about 60.90%, with male literacy at 69.77% and female literacy at 50.83%.
- There are around 124 households in Sunkanur village.
Connectivity of Sunkanur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sunkanur. As per the 2011 stats, Sunkanur 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 Sunkanur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sunkanur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sunkanur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sunkanur
- Where is Sunkanur located?
- Sunkanur village is situated in Sindhnur Taluka, within the Raichur district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sunkanur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sunkanur is Udbal U (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sunkanur?
- The pincode of Sunkanur is 584138, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sunkanur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sunkanur is 647, with 344 males and 303 females.
- How many households are there in Sunkanur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sunkanur village has a total of 124 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sunkanur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sunkanur is 60.90%. The male literacy rate is 69.77%, while the female literacy rate is 50.83%.