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.
Here you can discover what makes Sankhua unique in its vibrant Gobindpur-Cuttack region. You’ll see Sankhua’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 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.
Google Map of Sankhua
Population of Sankhua
According to the 2011 Census, Sankhua has a total population of about 387, with approximately 194 males and 193 females. The sex ratio is around 994 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 31 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 6 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 85.79%, with male literacy at about 88.66% and female literacy near 82.90%. There are around 110 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankhua's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.