Sankarpur
Sankarpur is a village located in Gandia tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Gandia (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Sankarpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sankarpur unique in its vibrant Gandia-Dhenkanal region. You’ll see Sankarpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sankarpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankarpur is 402695. The village spans a total geographical area of 135 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759014. Dhenkanal is nearest town to Sankarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
As per 2019 stats, Sankarpur village comes under Dhenkanal assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Sankarpur
Population of Sankarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sankarpur has a total population of about 751, with approximately 385 males and 366 females. The sex ratio is around 950 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 88 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 38 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.05%, with male literacy at about 72.73% and female literacy near 59.02%. There are around 196 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankarpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 751 | 385 | 366 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 37 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 16 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 496 | 280 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 105 | 150 |
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 <5 km distance |
| 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 Gandia Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankarpur?
- Sankarpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sankarpur?
- The pincode of Sankarpur is 759014, 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 751, with 385 males and 366 females.
- How many households are there in Sankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankarpur village has a total of 196 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankarpur is 66.05%. The male literacy rate is 72.73%, while the female literacy rate is 59.02%.