Sankheda
Sankheda is a village located in Itarsi tehsil of Hoshangabad district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Itarsi (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Hoshangabad. As per 2009 stats, Sankheda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sankheda unique in its vibrant Itarsi-Hoshangabad region. You’ll see Sankheda’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 Sankheda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankheda is 487305. The village spans a total geographical area of 954.8 hectares. Itarsi is nearest town to Sankheda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sankheda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sohagpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sankheda
Population of Sankheda
According to the 2011 Census, Sankheda has a total population of about 3,530, with approximately 1,838 males and 1,692 females. The sex ratio is around 920 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 479 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 525 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 363. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.83%, with male literacy at about 77.15% and female literacy near 61.88%. There are around 707 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankheda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,530 | 1,838 | 1,692 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 479 | 223 | 256 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 525 | 276 | 249 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 363 | 187 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 2,465 | 1,418 | 1,047 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,065 | 420 | 645 |
Connectivity of Sankheda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankheda. As per the 2011 stats, Sankheda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Sankheda
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankheda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankheda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankheda
- Where is Sankheda located?
- Sankheda village is situated in Itarsi Tehsil, within the Hoshangabad district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankheda?
- Sankheda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sankheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankheda is 3,530, with 1,838 males and 1,692 females.
- How many households are there in Sankheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankheda village has a total of 707 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankheda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankheda is 69.83%. The male literacy rate is 77.15%, while the female literacy rate is 61.88%.