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.
Here you can discover what makes Sankhua unique in its vibrant Singla-Baleshwar region. You’ll see Sankhua’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 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.
Google Map of Sankhua
Population of Sankhua
According to the 2011 Census, Sankhua has a total population of about 662, with approximately 349 males and 313 females. The sex ratio is around 896 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 64 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 84.74%, with male literacy at about 85.96% and female literacy near 83.39%. There are around 172 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankhua's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.