Sankhamur
Sankhamur is a village located in Khamar tehsil of Anugul district in Odisha, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Khamar (tehsildar office) and 88km away from district headquarter Anugul . As per 2009 stats, Sankhamur village is also a gram panchayat.
Sankhamur 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 Sankhamur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankhamur is 403591. The village spans a total geographical area of 826 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759118. Palalahada is nearest town to Sankhamur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
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Population of Sankhamur
Below is a concise population overview of Sankhamur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,992 | 999 | 993 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 133 | 97 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 390 | 194 | 196 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 280 | 136 | 144 |
Literate Population | 1,300 | 765 | 535 |
Illiterate Population | 692 | 234 | 458 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankhamur village:
- The total population of Sankhamur village is around 1,992, including approximately 999 males and 993 females, with a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 230 children aged 0–6 years in Sankhamur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sankhamur village has 390 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 280 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sankhamur village is about 65.26%, with male literacy at 76.58% and female literacy at 53.88%.
- There are around 484 households in Sankhamur village.
Connectivity of Sankhamur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankhamur. As per the 2011 stats, Sankhamur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sankhamur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankhamur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankhamur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankhamur
- Where is Sankhamur located?
- Sankhamur village is situated in Khamar Tehsil, within the Anugul district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankhamur?
- Sankhamur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sankhamur?
- The pincode of Sankhamur is 759118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sankhamur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankhamur is 1,992, with 999 males and 993 females.
- How many households are there in Sankhamur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankhamur village has a total of 484 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankhamur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankhamur is 65.26%. The male literacy rate is 76.58%, while the female literacy rate is 53.88%.