Sankhua

Sankhua is a village located in Loisinga tehsil of Balangir district in Odisha, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Loisinga (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Balangir. As per 2009 stats, Duduka is the gram panchayat of Sankhua village.

Sankhua has its own place in the vibrant Balangir 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 Sankhua

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankhua is 419870. The village spans a total geographical area of 246 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 767061. Balangir is nearest town to Sankhua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.

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Population of Sankhua

Below is a concise population overview of Sankhua as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 824 403 421
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 121 59 62
Scheduled Castes (SC) 253 128 125
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 164 77 87
Literate Population 493 274 219
Illiterate Population 331 129 202

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankhua village:

  • The total population of Sankhua village is around 824, including approximately 403 males and 421 females, with a sex ratio of 1044 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 121 children aged 0–6 years in Sankhua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sankhua village has 253 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 164 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sankhua village is about 59.83%, with male literacy at 67.99% and female literacy at 52.02%.
  • There are around 246 households in Sankhua village.

Connectivity of Sankhua

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankhua. As per the 2011 stats, Sankhua had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Sankhua

Knowing the nearby villages of Sankhua helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankhua.

Frequently Asked Questions about Sankhua

Where is Sankhua located?
Sankhua village is situated in Loisinga Tehsil, within the Balangir district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankhua?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankhua is Duduka (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sankhua?
The pincode of Sankhua is 767061, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sankhua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankhua is 824, with 403 males and 421 females.
How many households are there in Sankhua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sankhua village has a total of 246 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankhua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankhua is 59.83%. The male literacy rate is 67.99%, while the female literacy rate is 52.02%.