Sankhudi
Sankhudi is a village located in Basta tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Basta (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Mathani is the gram panchayat of Sankhudi village.
Sankhudi has its own place in the vibrant Baleshwar 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 Sankhudi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankhudi is 392481. The village spans a total geographical area of 71 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756029. Baleshwar is nearest town to Sankhudi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sankhudi 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 Basta Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balasore Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Sankhudi
Below is a concise population overview of Sankhudi 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 | 1,175 | 593 | 582 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 59 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 336 | 168 | 168 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 11 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 861 | 477 | 384 |
| Illiterate Population | 314 | 116 | 198 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankhudi village:
- The total population of Sankhudi village is around 1,175, including approximately 593 males and 582 females, with a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 134 children aged 0–6 years in Sankhudi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sankhudi village has 336 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 30 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sankhudi village is about 73.28%, with male literacy at 80.44% and female literacy at 65.98%.
- There are around 266 households in Sankhudi village.
Connectivity of Sankhudi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankhudi. As per the 2011 stats, Sankhudi 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sankhudi
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankhudi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankhudi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankhudi
- Where is Sankhudi located?
- Sankhudi village is situated in Basta Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankhudi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sankhudi is Mathani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sankhudi?
- The pincode of Sankhudi is 756029, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sankhudi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankhudi is 1,175, with 593 males and 582 females.
- How many households are there in Sankhudi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankhudi village has a total of 266 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankhudi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankhudi is 73.28%. The male literacy rate is 80.44%, while the female literacy rate is 65.98%.