Sankhapur

Sankhapur is a village located in Biridi tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Biridi (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Jagatsinghapur . As per 2009 stats, Sankhapur village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Sankhapur unique in its vibrant Biridi-Jagatsinghapur region. You’ll see Sankhapur’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 Sankhapur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankhapur is 398031. The village spans a total geographical area of 30 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754140. Cuttack is nearest town to Sankhapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Sankhapur

According to the 2011 Census, Sankhapur has a total population of about 285, with approximately 144 males and 141 females. The sex ratio is around 979 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 22 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 64 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 85.26%, with male literacy at about 88.89% and female literacy near 81.56%. There are around 58 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankhapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 285 144 141
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 22 14 8
Scheduled Castes (SC) 64 31 33
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 243 128 115
Illiterate Population 42 16 26

Connectivity of Sankhapur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankhapur. As per the 2011 stats, Sankhapur 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 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Sankhapur

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Sankhapur

Where is Sankhapur located?
Sankhapur village is situated in Biridi Tehsil, within the Jagatsinghapur district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankhapur?
Sankhapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sankhapur?
The pincode of Sankhapur is 754140, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sankhapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankhapur is 285, with 144 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Sankhapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sankhapur village has a total of 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankhapur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankhapur is 85.26%. The male literacy rate is 88.89%, while the female literacy rate is 81.56%.