Sankota - Dharampuri, Dhar
Sankota is a village situated in the Dharampuri tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharampuri and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Sankota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankota is 475846. The village covers a total geographical area of 135.53 hectares and falls under the 454552 pincode. Dhamnod is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Sankota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sankota
As per Census 2011, Sankota village has a total population of 1,251 people, consisting of 657 males and 594 females. The village has 248 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 206 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 585 literate and 666 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,238 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sankota are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Sankota
Sankota is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sankota
Sankota is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhamnod to Sankota is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Sankota is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sankota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sankota
Where is Sankota located?
Sankota village is located in Dharampuri Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankota?
Sankota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sankota?
The pincode of Sankota is 454552.
What is the population of Sankota?
Sankota has a total population of 1,251, including 657 males and 594 females.
How many households are there in Sankota?
There are 248 households in Sankota.
What is the literacy rate in Sankota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankota is 46.76%. Male literacy is 56.62% and female literacy is 35.86%.