Sankhua
About Sankhua
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sankhua village is 403268. Sankhua village is located in Dhenkanal Sadar tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Dhenkanal Sadar (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Kaimati is the gram panchayat of Sankhua village.
The total geographical area of village is 121 hectares. Sankhua has a total population of 720 peoples, out of which male population is 372 while female population is 348. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 935 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sankhua village is 59.72% out of which 67.47% males and 51.44% females are literate. There are about 185 houses in sankhua village. Pincode of sankhua village locality is 759027.
As per 2019 stats, Sankhua village comes under Dhenkanal assembly & parliamentary constituency. Dhenkanal is nearest town to sankhua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
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Population of Sankhua
The population details of Sankhua 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 | 720 | 372 | 348 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 101 | 60 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 160 | 76 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 237 | 123 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 430 | 251 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 121 | 169 |
Connectivity of Sankhua
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sankhua
Where is Sankhua located?
Sankhua village is situated in Dhenkanal Sadar Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankhua?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankhua is Kaimati (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sankhua?
The pincode of Sankhua is 759027, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sankhua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankhua is 720, with 372 males and 348 females.
How many households are there in Sankhua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sankhua village has a total of 185 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankhua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankhua is 59.72%. The male literacy rate is 67.47%, while the female literacy rate is 51.44%.