Sankarpur - Kantamal, Boudh
Sankarpur is a village situated in the Kantamal tehsil of Boudh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Manamunda and around 58 km from Baudh. Khatakhatia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankarpur is 418047. The village covers a total geographical area of 238 hectares and falls under the 762016 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Sankarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kantamal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sankarpur village had a total population of 265 people, including 131 males and 134 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.44%, with male literacy at 84.07% and female literacy at 60.71%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 265 | 131 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 95 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 36 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Sankarpur
Sankarpur 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 Sankarpur
Public transport in the Sankarpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Sonapur to Sankarpur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baudh to Sankarpur is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sankarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sankarpur
Where is Sankarpur located?
Sankarpur village is located in Kantamal Tehsil, Boudh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankarpur is Khatakhatia.
What is the pincode of Sankarpur?
The pincode of Sankarpur is 762016.
What is the population of Sankarpur?
Sankarpur had a total population of 265, including 131 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Sankarpur?
Sankarpur had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankarpur was 72.44%. Male literacy was 84.07% and female literacy was 60.71%.