Sankal

Sankal is a village located in Gairatganj tehsil of Raisen district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Gairatgang (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Raisen. As per 2009 stats, Sankal village is also a gram panchayat.

Sankal 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 Sankal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankal is 483873. The village spans a total geographical area of 486.4 hectares. Gairatganj is nearest town to Sankal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

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Population of Sankal

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 922 494 428
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 138 84 54
Scheduled Castes (SC) 143 80 63
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 281 155 126
Literate Population 687 379 308
Illiterate Population 235 115 120

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

  • The total population of Sankal village is around 922, including approximately 494 males and 428 females, with a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 138 children aged 0–6 years in Sankal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sankal village has 143 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 281 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sankal village is about 74.51%, with male literacy at 76.72% and female literacy at 71.96%.
  • There are around 189 households in Sankal village.

Connectivity of Sankal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankal. As per the 2011 stats, Sankal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sankal

Knowing the nearby villages of Sankal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankal.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sankal

Where is Sankal located?
Sankal village is situated in Gairatganj Tehsil, within the Raisen district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankal?
Sankal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Sankal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankal is 922, with 494 males and 428 females.
How many households are there in Sankal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sankal village has a total of 189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankal is 74.51%. The male literacy rate is 76.72%, while the female literacy rate is 71.96%.