Sankarpur - Ashta, Sehore
Sankarpur is a village situated in the Ashta tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ashta and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Navrangpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankarpur is 482919. The village covers a total geographical area of 116.95 hectares and falls under the 466116 pincode. Ashta is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Sankarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sankarpur
As per Census 2011, Sankarpur village has a total population of 315 people, consisting of 163 males and 152 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 200 literate and 115 illiterate residents. Additionally, 150 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sankarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 315 | 163 | 152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 10 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 150 | 78 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 200 | 132 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 31 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Sankarpur
Sankarpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Navrangpur | South | 1.08 km |
| Anandipura | East | 1.21 km |
| Jagmalpura | West | 1.54 km |
| Sekdapura | South | 1.71 km |
| Jagannathpura | North-East | 2.04 km |
| Darapur | East | 2.31 km |
| Mehmudabadkhedi | East | 2.45 km |
| Dauniya | South-East | 3.08 km |
| Bhagwanpur | South-West | 3.08 km |
| Bamuliya Bhati | South | 3.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sankarpur
Sankarpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jabri, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ashta to Sankarpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Sankarpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sankarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sankarpur
Where is Sankarpur located?
Sankarpur village is located in Ashta Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankarpur is Navrangpur.
What is the pincode of Sankarpur?
The pincode of Sankarpur is 466116.
What is the population of Sankarpur?
Sankarpur has a total population of 315, including 163 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Sankarpur?
There are 64 households in Sankarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sankarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankarpur is 63.49%. Male literacy is 80.98% and female literacy is 44.74%.