Sankral - Ausa, Latur
Sankral is a village situated in the Ausa tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ausa and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Hasalgan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankral village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankral is 560700. The village covers a total geographical area of 460 hectares and falls under the 413516 pincode. Ausa is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Sankral village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ausa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Osmanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankral
As per Census 2011, Sankral village has a total population of 672 people, consisting of 349 males and 323 females. The village has 135 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 519 literate and 153 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sankral are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 672 | 349 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 43 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 519 | 274 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 75 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Sankral
Sankral 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malkondji | North-West | 2.10 km |
| Haregaon | East | 2.89 km |
| Masalga Kh. | North | 4.39 km |
| Jawalga Pomadevi | North-East | 4.49 km |
| Malumbra | North | 4.67 km |
| Hasalgan | South-West | 4.85 km |
| Kawali | West | 4.86 km |
| Nandurga | South | 4.88 km |
| Limbala Dau | South-East | 5.05 km |
| Banegaon | East | 5.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sankral
Sankral is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Ausa Road, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ausa to Sankral is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Latur to Sankral is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankral
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankral village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sankral
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankral 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sankral
Where is Sankral located?
Sankral village is located in Ausa Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankral?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankral is Hasalgan.
What is the pincode of Sankral?
The pincode of Sankral is 413516.
What is the population of Sankral?
Sankral has a total population of 672, including 349 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Sankral?
There are 135 households in Sankral.
What is the literacy rate in Sankral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankral is 77.23%. Male literacy is 78.51% and female literacy is 75.85%.