Sankapura
Sankapura is a village located in Madhugiri taluka of Tumkur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Madhugiri (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Tumkur. As per 2009 stats, Puravara is the gram panchayat of Sankapura village.
Here you can discover what makes Sankapura unique in its vibrant Madhugiri-Tumkur region. You’ll see Sankapura’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 Sankapura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankapura is 610959. The village spans a total geographical area of 174.45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 572175. Madhugiri is nearest town to Sankapura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sankapura 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 Koratagere Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tumakuru Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sankapura
Population of Sankapura
According to the 2011 Census, Sankapura has a total population of about 375, with approximately 178 males and 197 females. The sex ratio is around 1106 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 40 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.73%, with male literacy at about 76.40% and female literacy near 52.28%. There are around 93 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankapura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 375 | 178 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 239 | 136 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 42 | 94 |
Connectivity of Sankapura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankapura. As per the 2011 stats, Sankapura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sankapura
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankapura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankapura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankapura
- Where is Sankapura located?
- Sankapura village is situated in Madhugiri Taluka, within the Tumkur district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankapura?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sankapura is Puravara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sankapura?
- The pincode of Sankapura is 572175, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sankapura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankapura is 375, with 178 males and 197 females.
- How many households are there in Sankapura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankapura village has a total of 93 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankapura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankapura is 63.73%. The male literacy rate is 76.40%, while the female literacy rate is 52.28%.