Sankheda
Sankheda is a village located in Badi tehsil of Raisen district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Badi (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Raisen. As per 2009 stats, Sankheda village is also a gram panchayat.
Sankheda has its own place in the vibrant Raisen 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 Sankheda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankheda is 484710. The village spans a total geographical area of 832.04 hectares. Baraily is nearest town to Sankheda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km 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 Udaipura 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
Below is a concise population overview of Sankheda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 864 | 449 | 415 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 73 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 218 | 120 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 425 | 260 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 439 | 189 | 250 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankheda village:
- The total population of Sankheda village is around 864, including approximately 449 males and 415 females, with a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 140 children aged 0–6 years in Sankheda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sankheda village has 218 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sankheda village is about 49.19%, with male literacy at 57.91% and female literacy at 39.76%.
- There are around 193 households in Sankheda village.
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 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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 Badi Tehsil, within the Raisen 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 864, with 449 males and 415 females.
- How many households are there in Sankheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankheda village has a total of 193 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankheda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankheda is 49.19%. The male literacy rate is 57.91%, while the female literacy rate is 39.76%.