Sankri - Jharbandh, Bargarh
Sankri is a village situated in the Jharbandh tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Jharbandha and around 123 km from Bargarh. Amthi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankri is 379920. The village covers a total geographical area of 606 hectares and falls under the 768042 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Sankri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Padampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankri
As per Census 2011, Sankri village has a total population of 1,960 people, consisting of 968 males and 992 females. The village has 445 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 291 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,126 literate and 834 illiterate residents. Additionally, 243 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 503 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sankri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,960 | 968 | 992 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 153 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 243 | 116 | 127 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 503 | 250 | 253 |
| Literate Population | 1,126 | 639 | 487 |
| Illiterate Population | 834 | 329 | 505 |
Nearby Villages of Sankri
Sankri 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 Sankri
Sankri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Padmapur to Sankri is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Sankri is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sankri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sankri
Where is Sankri located?
Sankri village is located in Jharbandh Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankri?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankri is Amthi.
What is the pincode of Sankri?
The pincode of Sankri is 768042.
What is the population of Sankri?
Sankri has a total population of 1,960, including 968 males and 992 females.
How many households are there in Sankri?
There are 445 households in Sankri.
What is the literacy rate in Sankri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankri is 57.45%. Male literacy is 66.01% and female literacy is 49.09%.