Sankhula
Sankhula is a village located in Bhandari Pokhari tehsil of Bhadrak district in Odisha, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Bhandari Pokhari (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Bhadrak. As per 2009 stats, Naami is the gram panchayat of Sankhula village.
Here you can discover what makes Sankhula unique in its vibrant Bhandari Pokhari-Bhadrak region. You’ll see Sankhula’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 Sankhula
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankhula is 394453. The village spans a total geographical area of 140 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756121. Bhadrak is nearest town to Sankhula village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Sankhula
Population of Sankhula
According to the 2011 Census, Sankhula has a total population of about 822, with approximately 431 males and 391 females. The sex ratio is around 907 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 83 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 192 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.68%, with male literacy at about 83.29% and female literacy near 75.70%. There are around 203 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankhula's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 822 | 431 | 391 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 47 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 192 | 94 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 655 | 359 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 72 | 95 |
Connectivity of Sankhula
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankhula. As per the 2011 stats, Sankhula 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sankhula
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankhula helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankhula.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankhula
- Where is Sankhula located?
- Sankhula village is situated in Bhandari Pokhari Tehsil, within the Bhadrak district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankhula?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sankhula is Naami (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sankhula?
- The pincode of Sankhula is 756121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sankhula as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankhula is 822, with 431 males and 391 females.
- How many households are there in Sankhula as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankhula village has a total of 203 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankhula as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankhula is 79.68%. The male literacy rate is 83.29%, while the female literacy rate is 75.70%.