Sankarpur
Sankarpur is a village located in Choudwar tehsil of Cuttack district in Odisha, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Choudwar (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Cuttack. As per 2009 stats, Sankarpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Sankarpur has its own place in the vibrant Cuttack 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 Sankarpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankarpur is 399270. The village spans a total geographical area of 591 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754028. Choudwar is nearest town to Sankarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sankarpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Athagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Cuttack Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sankarpur
Population of Sankarpur
Below is a concise population overview of Sankarpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,441 | 2,295 | 2,146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 480 | 247 | 233 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 372 | 193 | 179 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 359 | 194 | 165 |
| Literate Population | 3,425 | 1,899 | 1,526 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,016 | 396 | 620 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankarpur village:
- The total population of Sankarpur village is around 4,441, including approximately 2,295 males and 2,146 females, with a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 480 children aged 0–6 years in Sankarpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sankarpur village has 372 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 359 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sankarpur village is about 77.12%, with male literacy at 82.75% and female literacy at 71.11%.
- There are around 866 households in Sankarpur village.
Connectivity of Sankarpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankarpur. As per the 2011 stats, Sankarpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sankarpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankarpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankarpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankarpur
- Where is Sankarpur located?
- Sankarpur village is situated in Choudwar Tehsil, within the Cuttack district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankarpur?
- Sankarpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sankarpur?
- The pincode of Sankarpur is 754028, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankarpur is 4,441, with 2,295 males and 2,146 females.
- How many households are there in Sankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankarpur village has a total of 866 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankarpur is 77.12%. The male literacy rate is 82.75%, while the female literacy rate is 71.11%.