Sankarpur
About Sankarpur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sankarpur village is 403374. Sankarpur village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 890 hectares. Sankarpur has a total population of 4,510 peoples, out of which male population is 2,364 while female population is 2,146. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 907 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sankarpur village is 73.39% out of which 76.82% males and 69.62% females are literate. There are about 1,093 houses in sankarpur village. Pincode of sankarpur village locality is 759013.
When it comes to administration, Sankarpur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Sankarpur village comes under Kamakhyanagar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Dhenkanal Lok Sabha constituency. Dhenkanal is nearest town to sankarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Sankarpur
The population details of Sankarpur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,510 | 2,364 | 2,146 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 555 | 308 | 247 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 536 | 272 | 264 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 446 | 217 | 229 |
| Literate Population | 3,310 | 1,816 | 1,494 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,200 | 548 | 652 |
Connectivity of Sankarpur
| 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 |
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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%.