Sankamar

Sankamar is a village located in Parajang tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Parajang (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Patarpada is the gram panchayat of Sankamar village.

Sankamar 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 Sankamar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankamar is 402289. The village spans a total geographical area of 31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759120. Talcher is nearest town to Sankamar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

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Population of Sankamar

Below is a concise population overview of Sankamar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 657 343 314
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 77 50 27
Scheduled Castes (SC) 130 65 65
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 494 258 236
Illiterate Population 163 85 78

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankamar village:

  • The total population of Sankamar village is around 657, including approximately 343 males and 314 females, with a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 77 children aged 0–6 years in Sankamar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sankamar village has 130 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sankamar village is about 75.19%, with male literacy at 75.22% and female literacy at 75.16%.
  • There are around 177 households in Sankamar village.

Connectivity of Sankamar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankamar. As per the 2011 stats, Sankamar 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sankamar

Knowing the nearby villages of Sankamar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankamar.

Khalibahal Lodhani Palasahi Dihakamar Patarapada Gailo Kundandeipur Panibhandar Badakamar Katabahal Mendhapada

Frequently Asked Questions about Sankamar

Where is Sankamar located?
Sankamar village is situated in Parajang Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankamar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankamar is Patarpada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sankamar?
The pincode of Sankamar is 759120, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sankamar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankamar is 657, with 343 males and 314 females.
How many households are there in Sankamar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sankamar village has a total of 177 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankamar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankamar is 75.19%. The male literacy rate is 75.22%, while the female literacy rate is 75.16%.