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.
Here you can discover what makes Sankhamur unique in its vibrant Khamar-Anugul region. You’ll see Sankhamur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Sankhamur
Population of Sankhamur
According to the 2011 Census, Sankhamur has a total population of about 1,992, with approximately 999 males and 993 females. The sex ratio is around 993 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 230 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 390 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 280. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.26%, with male literacy at about 76.58% and female literacy near 53.88%. There are around 484 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankhamur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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) |
|---|---|
| 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%.