Sankarpur - Dhenkanal Sadar, Dhenkanal
Sankarpur is a village situated in the Dhenkanal Sadar tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhenkanal Sadar and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Banasingh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankarpur is 403374. The village covers a total geographical area of 890 hectares and falls under the 759013 pincode. Dhenkanal is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Kamakhyanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sankarpur village had a total population of 4,510 people, including 2,364 males and 2,146 females, living in 1,093 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.69%, with male literacy at 88.33% and female literacy at 78.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 536, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 446.
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 | 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 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhenkanal to Sankarpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Sankarpur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 >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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sankarpur
Where is Sankarpur located?
Sankarpur village is located in Dhenkanal Sadar Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sankarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankarpur is Banasingh.
What is the pincode of Sankarpur?
The pincode of Sankarpur is 759013.
What is the population of Sankarpur?
Sankarpur had a total population of 4,510, including 2,364 males and 2,146 females.
How many households are there in Sankarpur?
Sankarpur had 1,093 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankarpur was 83.69%. Male literacy was 88.33% and female literacy was 78.67%.