Sankhua

Sankhua is a village located in Gobindpur tehsil of Cuttack district in Odisha, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Gobindpur (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Cuttack. As per 2009 stats, Govindpur is the gram panchayat of Sankhua village.

Sankhua 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 Sankhua

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankhua is 400192. The village spans a total geographical area of 111 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754003. Cuttack is nearest town to Sankhua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.

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Population of Sankhua

Below is a concise population overview of Sankhua as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 387 194 193
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 31 18 13
Scheduled Castes (SC) 6 4 2
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 332 172 160
Illiterate Population 55 22 33

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankhua village:

  • The total population of Sankhua village is around 387, including approximately 194 males and 193 females, with a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 31 children aged 0–6 years in Sankhua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sankhua village has 6 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sankhua village is about 85.79%, with male literacy at 88.66% and female literacy at 82.90%.
  • There are around 110 households in Sankhua village.

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 <5 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.

Gobindpur Mankha Majurai Badawaubarai Tarjana Barasailo Nuagan Sasan Jainlo Johala Khandasailo Waujang

Frequently Asked Questions about Sankhua

Where is Sankhua located?
Sankhua village is situated in Gobindpur Tehsil, within the Cuttack district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankhua?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankhua is Govindpur (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 754003, 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 387, with 194 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Sankhua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sankhua village has a total of 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankhua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankhua is 85.79%. The male literacy rate is 88.66%, while the female literacy rate is 82.90%.