Sankota
Sankota is a village located in Nasrullaganj tehsil of Sehore district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Nasrullaganj (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Sehore. As per 2009 stats, Rafique Ganj is the gram panchayat of Sankota village.
Sankota has its own place in the vibrant Sehore 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 Sankota
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankota is 483368. The village spans a total geographical area of 712 hectares. Nasrullaganj is nearest town to Sankota village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Sankota
Population of Sankota
Below is a concise population overview of Sankota 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 | 869 | 438 | 431 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 107 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 858 | 433 | 425 |
| Literate Population | 255 | 157 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 614 | 281 | 333 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankota village:
- The total population of Sankota village is around 869, including approximately 438 males and 431 females, with a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 205 children aged 0–6 years in Sankota village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sankota village has 5 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 858 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sankota village is about 29.34%, with male literacy at 35.84% and female literacy at 22.74%.
- There are around 131 households in Sankota village.
Connectivity of Sankota
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankota. As per the 2011 stats, Sankota had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sankota
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankota helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankota.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankota
- Where is Sankota located?
- Sankota village is situated in Nasrullaganj Tehsil, within the Sehore district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankota?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sankota is Rafique Ganj (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sankota as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankota is 869, with 438 males and 431 females.
- How many households are there in Sankota as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankota village has a total of 131 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankota as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankota is 29.34%. The male literacy rate is 35.84%, while the female literacy rate is 22.74%.