Sankhua

Sankhua is a village located in Singla tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Singla (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Kunduli is the gram panchayat of Sankhua village.

Sankhua 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 Sankhua

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankhua is 392251. The village spans a total geographical area of 90 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756080. Jaleswar is nearest town to Sankhua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 48km 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 662 349 313
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 64 38 26
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 561 300 261
Illiterate Population 101 49 52

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

  • The total population of Sankhua village is around 662, including approximately 349 males and 313 females, with a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 64 children aged 0–6 years in Sankhua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Sankhua village is about 84.74%, with male literacy at 85.96% and female literacy at 83.39%.
  • There are around 172 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 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.

Baniadiha Bhanopur Jhinkiria Kainagari Asti Trailuki Gotadiha Panasa Pahana Sahara Bahariachak

Frequently Asked Questions about Sankhua

Where is Sankhua located?
Sankhua village is situated in Singla Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankhua?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankhua is Kunduli (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 756080, 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 662, with 349 males and 313 females.
How many households are there in Sankhua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sankhua village has a total of 172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankhua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankhua is 84.74%. The male literacy rate is 85.96%, while the female literacy rate is 83.39%.