Sankad
Sankad is a village located in Sailana tehsil of Ratlam district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Sailana (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Ratlam. As per 2009 stats, Patdi is the gram panchayat of Sankad village.
Here you can discover what makes Sankad unique in its vibrant Sailana-Ratlam region. You’ll see Sankad’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 Sankad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankad is 470547. The village spans a total geographical area of 321.16 hectares. Sailana is nearest town to Sankad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Sankad
Population of Sankad
According to the 2011 Census, Sankad has a total population of about 1,213, with approximately 597 males and 616 females. The sex ratio is around 1031 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 300 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,212. The overall literacy rate is approximately 26.22%, with male literacy at about 33.33% and female literacy near 19.32%. There are around 273 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,213 | 597 | 616 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 137 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,212 | 597 | 615 |
| Literate Population | 318 | 199 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 895 | 398 | 497 |
Connectivity of Sankad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankad. As per the 2011 stats, Sankad 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sankad
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankad
- Where is Sankad located?
- Sankad village is situated in Sailana Tehsil, within the Ratlam district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sankad is Patdi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sankad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankad is 1,213, with 597 males and 616 females.
- How many households are there in Sankad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankad village has a total of 273 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankad is 26.22%. The male literacy rate is 33.33%, while the female literacy rate is 19.32%.