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.

Sankala has its own place in the vibrant Hoshangabad region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Sankala

Below is a concise population overview of Sankala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankala village:

  • The total population of Sankala village is around 978, including approximately 539 males and 439 females, with a sex ratio of 814 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 157 children aged 0–6 years in Sankala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sankala village has 107 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sankala village is about 48.57%, with male literacy at 56.96% and female literacy at 38.27%.
  • There are around 169 households in Sankala village.

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.

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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%.