Sankarada
Sankarada is a village located in Rayagada tehsil of Gajapati district in Odisha, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Rayagada (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Paralakhemundi. As per 2009 stats, S Karadasingi is the gram panchayat of Sankarada village.
Sankarada has its own place in the vibrant Gajapati 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 Sankarada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankarada is 414833. The village spans a total geographical area of 289 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761212. Rayagada is nearest town to Sankarada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sankarada village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Berhampur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Sankarada
Below is a concise population overview of Sankarada as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 535 | 235 | 300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 37 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 535 | 235 | 300 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 117 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 342 | 118 | 224 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankarada village:
- The total population of Sankarada village is around 535, including approximately 235 males and 300 females, with a sex ratio of 1276 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 93 children aged 0–6 years in Sankarada village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sankarada village has 535 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sankarada village is about 36.07%, with male literacy at 49.79% and female literacy at 25.33%.
- There are around 141 households in Sankarada village.
Connectivity of Sankarada
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankarada. As per the 2011 stats, Sankarada 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sankarada
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankarada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankarada.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankarada
- Where is Sankarada located?
- Sankarada village is situated in Rayagada Tehsil, within the Gajapati district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankarada?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sankarada is S Karadasingi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sankarada?
- The pincode of Sankarada is 761212, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sankarada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankarada is 535, with 235 males and 300 females.
- How many households are there in Sankarada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankarada village has a total of 141 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankarada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankarada is 36.07%. The male literacy rate is 49.79%, while the female literacy rate is 25.33%.