Sankhapur
Sankhapur is a village located in Bantala tehsil of Anugul district in Odisha, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Bantala (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Anugul . As per 2009 stats, Sankhapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Sankhapur has its own place in the vibrant Anugul 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 Sankhapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankhapur is 405229. The village spans a total geographical area of 260 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759129. Anugul is nearest town to Sankhapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sankhapur 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 Angul Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sankhapur
Population of Sankhapur
Below is a concise population overview of Sankhapur 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 | 2,473 | 1,268 | 1,205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 151 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 534 | 260 | 274 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 37 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 1,791 | 1,001 | 790 |
| Illiterate Population | 682 | 267 | 415 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankhapur village:
- The total population of Sankhapur village is around 2,473, including approximately 1,268 males and 1,205 females, with a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 267 children aged 0–6 years in Sankhapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sankhapur village has 534 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 75 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sankhapur village is about 72.42%, with male literacy at 78.94% and female literacy at 65.56%.
- There are around 595 households in Sankhapur village.
Connectivity of Sankhapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankhapur. As per the 2011 stats, Sankhapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sankhapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankhapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankhapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankhapur
- Where is Sankhapur located?
- Sankhapur village is situated in Bantala Tehsil, within the Anugul district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankhapur?
- Sankhapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sankhapur?
- The pincode of Sankhapur is 759129, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sankhapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankhapur is 2,473, with 1,268 males and 1,205 females.
- How many households are there in Sankhapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankhapur village has a total of 595 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankhapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankhapur is 72.42%. The male literacy rate is 78.94%, while the female literacy rate is 65.56%.