Sankh - Jat, Sangli
Sankh is a village situated in the Jat tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jat and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Sankh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankh is 568904. The village covers a total geographical area of 4909.53 hectares and falls under the 416412 pincode. Bijapur (karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Sankh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankh
As per Census 2011, Sankh village has a total population of 8,447 people, consisting of 4,418 males and 4,029 females. The village has 1,658 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,058 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,202 literate and 3,245 illiterate residents. Additionally, 945 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 178 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sankh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,447 | 4,418 | 4,029 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,058 | 570 | 488 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 945 | 492 | 453 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 178 | 97 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 5,202 | 2,969 | 2,233 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,245 | 1,449 | 1,796 |
Nearby Villages of Sankh
Sankh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gondhalewadi | West | 4.30 km |
| Pandozari | South | 4.39 km |
| Khandnal | South-West | 5.13 km |
| Ankalagi | North | 5.99 km |
| Lamantanda D.b | South-West | 6.44 km |
| Karewadi (ko. Bo.) | South-East | 6.51 km |
| Bhivargi | East | 6.67 km |
| Motewadi | South | 6.78 km |
| Asangi Jat | West | 7.10 km |
| Kulalwadi | North-West | 7.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sankh
Public transport in the Sankh is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kyataneakeri Rd, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bijapur (karnataka) to Sankh is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Sankh is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sankh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sankh
Where is Sankh located?
Sankh village is located in Jat Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankh?
Sankh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sankh?
The pincode of Sankh is 416412.
What is the population of Sankh?
Sankh has a total population of 8,447, including 4,418 males and 4,029 females.
How many households are there in Sankh?
There are 1,658 households in Sankh.
What is the literacy rate in Sankh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankh is 61.58%. Male literacy is 67.20% and female literacy is 55.42%.