Sankh
Sankh is a village located in Chaurai tehsil of Chhindwara district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Chaurai (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Chhindwara. As per 2009 stats, Sankh village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sankh unique in its vibrant Chaurai-Chhindwara region. You’ll see Sankh’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 Sankh
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankh is 494393. The village spans a total geographical area of 348.5 hectares. Chaurai Khas is nearest town to Sankh village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Sankh
Population of Sankh
According to the 2011 Census, Sankh has a total population of about 1,070, with approximately 564 males and 506 females. The sex ratio is around 897 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 90 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 211 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 344. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.77%, with male literacy at about 82.27% and female literacy near 66.40%. There are around 234 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankh's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,070 | 564 | 506 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 41 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 211 | 109 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 344 | 190 | 154 |
| Literate Population | 800 | 464 | 336 |
| Illiterate Population | 270 | 100 | 170 |
Connectivity of Sankh
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankh. As per the 2011 stats, Sankh had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Sankh
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankh helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankh.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankh
- Where is Sankh located?
- Sankh village is situated in Chaurai Tehsil, within the Chhindwara district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankh?
- Sankh serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sankh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankh is 1,070, with 564 males and 506 females.
- How many households are there in Sankh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankh village has a total of 234 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankh as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankh is 74.77%. The male literacy rate is 82.27%, while the female literacy rate is 66.40%.