Sankhalo - Balikuda, Jagatsinghapur
Sankhalo is a village situated in the Balikuda tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balikuda and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Arilo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankhalo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankhalo is 398243. The village covers a total geographical area of 7 hectares and falls under the 754106 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sankhalo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankhalo
According to the 2011 Census, Sankhalo village had a total population of 240 people, including 130 males and 110 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 846 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.00%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 77.78%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 240 | 130 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 110 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 20 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Sankhalo
Sankhalo 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 Sankhalo
Sankhalo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Sankhalo is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankhalo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankhalo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sankhalo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankhalo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sankhalo
Where is Sankhalo located?
Sankhalo village is located in Balikuda Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sankhalo?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankhalo is Arilo.
What is the pincode of Sankhalo?
The pincode of Sankhalo is 754106.
What is the population of Sankhalo?
Sankhalo had a total population of 240, including 130 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Sankhalo?
Sankhalo had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankhalo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankhalo was 85.00%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 77.78%.