Sankuru

Sankuru is a village located in Buguda tehsil of Ganjam district in Odisha, India. It is situated 47km away from sub-district headquarter Buguda (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Chatrapur. As per 2009 stats, Sankuru village is also a gram panchayat.

Sankuru has its own place in the vibrant Ganjam 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 Sankuru

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankuru is 410387. The village spans a total geographical area of 382 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761118. Buguda is nearest town to Sankuru village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Sankuru

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,627 803 824
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 183 100 83
Scheduled Castes (SC) 257 125 132
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,090 601 489
Illiterate Population 537 202 335

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

  • The total population of Sankuru village is around 1,627, including approximately 803 males and 824 females, with a sex ratio of 1026 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 183 children aged 0–6 years in Sankuru village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sankuru village has 257 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sankuru village is about 66.99%, with male literacy at 74.84% and female literacy at 59.34%.
  • There are around 356 households in Sankuru village.

Connectivity of Sankuru

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankuru. As per the 2011 stats, Sankuru had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sankuru

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sankuru

Where is Sankuru located?
Sankuru village is situated in Buguda Tehsil, within the Ganjam district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankuru?
Sankuru serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sankuru?
The pincode of Sankuru is 761118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sankuru as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankuru is 1,627, with 803 males and 824 females.
How many households are there in Sankuru as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sankuru village has a total of 356 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankuru as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankuru is 66.99%. The male literacy rate is 74.84%, while the female literacy rate is 59.34%.