Sankra - Aron, Guna
Sankra is a village situated in the Aron tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aron and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Patan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankra is 499811. The village covers a total geographical area of 248 hectares and falls under the 473101 pincode. Aron is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sankra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raghogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankra
According to the 2011 Census, Sankra village had a total population of 829 people, including 451 males and 378 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 838 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.31%, with male literacy at 65.67% and female literacy at 39.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 829 | 451 | 378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 84 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 370 | 241 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 459 | 210 | 249 |
Nearby Villages of Sankra
Sankra 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 Sankra
Sankra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Aron to Sankra is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Sankra is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sankra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankra 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 Sankra
Where is Sankra located?
Sankra village is located in Aron Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sankra?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankra is Patan.
What is the pincode of Sankra?
The pincode of Sankra is 473101.
What is the population of Sankra?
Sankra had a total population of 829, including 451 males and 378 females.
How many households are there in Sankra?
Sankra had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankra was 53.31%. Male literacy was 65.67% and female literacy was 39.45%.