Sankarpur - Reamal, Deogarh
Sankarpur is a village situated in the Reamal tehsil of Deogarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from Kundheigola and around 52 km from Debagarh. Nuadihi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankarpur is 383005. The village covers a total geographical area of 267 hectares and falls under the 768109 pincode. Debagarh is the nearest town, located about 48 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 Deogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sankarpur village had a total population of 255 people, including 136 males and 119 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.61%, with male literacy at 72.07% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 103, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 86.
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 | 255 | 136 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 25 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 59 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 42 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 130 | 80 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 56 | 69 |
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
Sankarpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Debagarh to Sankarpur is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Debagarh to Sankarpur is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 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 >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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sankarpur
Where is Sankarpur located?
Sankarpur village is located in Reamal Tehsil, Deogarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sankarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankarpur is Nuadihi.
What is the pincode of Sankarpur?
The pincode of Sankarpur is 768109.
What is the population of Sankarpur?
Sankarpur had a total population of 255, including 136 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Sankarpur?
Sankarpur had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankarpur was 61.61%. Male literacy was 72.07% and female literacy was 50.00%.