Sankuda - Kodala, Ganjam
Sankuda is a village situated in the Kodala tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kodala and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Sankuda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankuda is 411649. The village covers a total geographical area of 337 hectares and falls under the 761035 pincode. Kodala is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sankuda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kabisuryangar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankuda
As per Census 2011, Sankuda village has a total population of 2,575 people, consisting of 1,313 males and 1,262 females. The village has 590 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 335 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,718 literate and 857 illiterate residents. Additionally, 588 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sankuda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,575 | 1,313 | 1,262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 335 | 173 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 588 | 287 | 301 |
| Literate Population | 1,718 | 992 | 726 |
| Illiterate Population | 857 | 321 | 536 |
Nearby Villages of Sankuda
Sankuda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sankuda
Sankuda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kodala to Sankuda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Sankuda is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankuda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankuda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sankuda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankuda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sankuda
Where is Sankuda located?
Sankuda village is located in Kodala Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankuda?
Sankuda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sankuda?
The pincode of Sankuda is 761035.
What is the population of Sankuda?
Sankuda has a total population of 2,575, including 1,313 males and 1,262 females.
How many households are there in Sankuda?
There are 590 households in Sankuda.
What is the literacy rate in Sankuda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankuda is 66.72%. Male literacy is 75.55% and female literacy is 57.53%.