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.
Here you can discover what makes Sankota unique in its vibrant Dharampuri-Dhar region. You’ll see Sankota’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 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.
Google Map of Sankota
Population of Sankota
According to the 2011 Census, Sankota has a total population of about 1,251, with approximately 657 males and 594 females. The sex ratio is around 904 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 206 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 7 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,238. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.76%, with male literacy at about 56.62% and female literacy near 35.86%. There are around 248 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankota's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.