Sankarpur
Sankarpur is a village located in Dhenkanal Sadar tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Dhenkanal Sadar (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Banasingh is the gram panchayat of Sankarpur village.
Sankarpur has its own place in the vibrant Dhenkanal 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 403374. The village spans a total geographical area of 890 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759013. Dhenkanal is nearest town to Sankarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km 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 Kamakhyanagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dhenkanal 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 | 4,510 | 2,364 | 2,146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 555 | 308 | 247 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 536 | 272 | 264 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 446 | 217 | 229 |
| Literate Population | 3,310 | 1,816 | 1,494 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,200 | 548 | 652 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankarpur village:
- The total population of Sankarpur village is around 4,510, including approximately 2,364 males and 2,146 females, with a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 555 children aged 0–6 years in Sankarpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sankarpur village has 536 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 446 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sankarpur village is about 73.39%, with male literacy at 76.82% and female literacy at 69.62%.
- There are around 1,093 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 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 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 Dhenkanal Sadar Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankarpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sankarpur is Banasingh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sankarpur?
- The pincode of Sankarpur is 759013, 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 4,510, with 2,364 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 1,093 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankarpur is 73.39%. The male literacy rate is 76.82%, while the female literacy rate is 69.62%.