Sankala
Sankala is a village located in Sohagpur tehsil of Hoshangabad district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Sohagpur (tehsildar office) and 74km away from district headquarter Hoshangabad. As per 2009 stats, Sankla is the gram panchayat of Sankala village.
Here you can discover what makes Sankala unique in its vibrant Sohagpur-Hoshangabad region. You’ll see Sankala’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 Sankala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankala is 487726. The village spans a total geographical area of 388.31 hectares. Sohagpur is nearest town to Sankala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Sankala
Population of Sankala
According to the 2011 Census, Sankala has a total population of about 978, with approximately 539 males and 439 females. The sex ratio is around 814 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 157 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 107 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.57%, with male literacy at about 56.96% and female literacy near 38.27%. There are around 169 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 978 | 539 | 439 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 80 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 62 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 475 | 307 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 503 | 232 | 271 |
Connectivity of Sankala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankala. As per the 2011 stats, Sankala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sankala
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankala
- Where is Sankala located?
- Sankala village is situated in Sohagpur Tehsil, within the Hoshangabad district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sankala is Sankla (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sankala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankala is 978, with 539 males and 439 females.
- How many households are there in Sankala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankala village has a total of 169 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankala is 48.57%. The male literacy rate is 56.96%, while the female literacy rate is 38.27%.