Sankhapur - Biridi, Jagatsinghapur
Sankhapur is a village situated in the Biridi tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Biridi and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Sankhapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankhapur is 398031. The village covers a total geographical area of 30 hectares and falls under the 754100 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sankhapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tirtol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankhapur
As per Census 2011, Sankhapur village has a total population of 285 people, consisting of 144 males and 141 females. The village has 58 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 243 literate and 42 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sankhapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 285 | 144 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 31 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 128 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 16 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Sankhapur
Sankhapur 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 Sankhapur
Public transport in the Sankhapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Sankhapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Sankhapur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Sankhapur is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankhapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankhapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sankhapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankhapur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sankhapur
Where is Sankhapur located?
Sankhapur village is located in Biridi Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankhapur?
Sankhapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sankhapur?
The pincode of Sankhapur is 754100.
What is the population of Sankhapur?
Sankhapur has a total population of 285, including 144 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Sankhapur?
There are 58 households in Sankhapur.
What is the literacy rate in Sankhapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankhapur is 85.26%. Male literacy is 88.89% and female literacy is 81.56%.