Sankhat - Amlarem, West Jaintia Hills
Sankhat is a village situated in the Amlarem subdivision of West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 39 km from Amlarem and around 64 km from Jowai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankhat is 279386. The village falls under the 793109 pincode.
Sankhat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Amlarem Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankhat
As per Census 2011, Sankhat village has a total population of 525 people, consisting of 277 males and 248 females. The village has 104 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 246 literate and 279 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 478 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sankhat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 525 | 277 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 56 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 5 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 478 | 236 | 242 |
| Literate Population | 246 | 131 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 279 | 146 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Sankhat
Sankhat is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sankhat
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sankhat.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Jowai to Sankhat is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankhat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankhat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sankhat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankhat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sankhat
Where is Sankhat located?
Sankhat village is located in Amlarem Subdivision, West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Sankhat?
The pincode of Sankhat is 793109.
What is the population of Sankhat?
Sankhat has a total population of 525, including 277 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Sankhat?
There are 104 households in Sankhat.
What is the literacy rate in Sankhat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankhat is 46.86%. Male literacy is 47.29% and female literacy is 46.37%.