Sankheda
Sankheda is a village located in Shyampur tehsil of Sehore district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 36km away from sub-district headquarter Shyampur (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Sehore. As per 2009 stats, Hathiya Kheda is the gram panchayat of Sankheda village.
Here you can discover what makes Sankheda unique in its vibrant Shyampur-Sehore region. You’ll see Sankheda’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 Sankheda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankheda is 482798. The village spans a total geographical area of 301.18 hectares. Sehore is nearest town to Sankheda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 65km 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 Sehore Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhopal 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
According to the 2011 Census, Sankheda has a total population of about 458, with approximately 228 males and 230 females. The sex ratio is around 1008 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 81 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 131 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.29%, with male literacy at about 58.77% and female literacy near 33.91%. There are around 93 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankheda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 458 | 228 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 35 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 58 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 212 | 134 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 246 | 94 | 152 |
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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 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 Shyampur Tehsil, within the Sehore district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankheda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sankheda is Hathiya Kheda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sankheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankheda is 458, with 228 males and 230 females.
- How many households are there in Sankheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankheda village has a total of 93 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankheda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankheda is 46.29%. The male literacy rate is 58.77%, while the female literacy rate is 33.91%.