Sankota

Sankota is a village located in Dharampuri tehsil of Dhar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Dharampuri (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Dhar. As per 2009 stats, Sankota village is also a gram panchayat.

Sankota has its own place in the vibrant Dhar 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 Sankota

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankota is 475846. The village spans a total geographical area of 135.53 hectares. Dhamnod is nearest town to Sankota village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.

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Population of Sankota

Below is a concise population overview of Sankota as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,251 657 594
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 206 106 100
Scheduled Castes (SC) 7 4 3
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,238 651 587
Literate Population 585 372 213
Illiterate Population 666 285 381

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankota village:

  • The total population of Sankota village is around 1,251, including approximately 657 males and 594 females, with a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 206 children aged 0–6 years in Sankota village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sankota village has 7 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,238 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sankota village is about 46.76%, with male literacy at 56.62% and female literacy at 35.86%.
  • There are around 248 households in Sankota village.

Connectivity of Sankota

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

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sankota

Where is Sankota located?
Sankota village is situated in Dharampuri Tehsil, within the Dhar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankota?
Sankota serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Sankota as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankota is 1,251, with 657 males and 594 females.
How many households are there in Sankota as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sankota village has a total of 248 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankota as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankota is 46.76%. The male literacy rate is 56.62%, while the female literacy rate is 35.86%.