Sankhapur
Sankhapur is a village located in Mahanga tehsil of Cuttack district in Odisha, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Mahanga (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Cuttack. As per 2009 stats, Kuhunda is the gram panchayat of Sankhapur village.
Here you can discover what makes Sankhapur unique in its vibrant Mahanga-Cuttack region. You’ll see Sankhapur’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 Sankhapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankhapur is 399491. The village spans a total geographical area of 85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754204. Cuttack is nearest town to Sankhapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 43km away.
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Population of Sankhapur
According to the 2011 Census, Sankhapur has a total population of about 322, with approximately 166 males and 156 females. The sex ratio is around 939 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 24 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.43%, with male literacy at about 84.34% and female literacy near 76.28%. There are around 87 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankhapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 322 | 166 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 259 | 140 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 26 | 37 |
Connectivity of Sankhapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankhapur. As per the 2011 stats, Sankhapur 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sankhapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankhapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankhapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankhapur
- Where is Sankhapur located?
- Sankhapur village is situated in Mahanga Tehsil, within the Cuttack district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankhapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sankhapur is Kuhunda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sankhapur?
- The pincode of Sankhapur is 754204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sankhapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankhapur is 322, with 166 males and 156 females.
- How many households are there in Sankhapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankhapur village has a total of 87 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankhapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankhapur is 80.43%. The male literacy rate is 84.34%, while the female literacy rate is 76.28%.