Sankhua - Bahanaga, Balasore
Sankhua is a village situated in the Bahanaga tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Soro and around 15 km from Baleshwar. Khantapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankhua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankhua is 393877. The village covers a total geographical area of 26 hectares and falls under the 756043 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Sankhua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankhua
According to the 2011 Census, Sankhua village had a total population of 203 people, including 98 males and 105 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 1,071 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.53%, with male literacy at 89.66% and female literacy at 79.79%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 203 | 98 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 153 | 78 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 20 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Sankhua
Sankhua 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 Sankhua
Public transport in the Sankhua is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Sankhua has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baleshwar to Sankhua is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Sankhua is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankhua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankhua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sankhua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankhua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sankhua
Where is Sankhua located?
Sankhua village is located in Bahanaga Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sankhua?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankhua is Khantapada.
What is the pincode of Sankhua?
The pincode of Sankhua is 756043.
What is the population of Sankhua?
Sankhua had a total population of 203, including 98 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Sankhua?
Sankhua had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankhua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankhua was 84.53%. Male literacy was 89.66% and female literacy was 79.79%.