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.
Here you can discover what makes Sankuru unique in its vibrant Buguda-Ganjam region. You’ll see Sankuru’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 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.
Google Map of Sankuru
Population of Sankuru
According to the 2011 Census, Sankuru has a total population of about 1,627, with approximately 803 males and 824 females. The sex ratio is around 1026 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 183 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 257 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 66.99%, with male literacy at about 74.84% and female literacy near 59.34%. There are around 356 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankuru's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.