Sankha
About Sankha
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sankha village is 401331. Sankha village is located in Dharmasala tehsil of Jajapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Dharmasala (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Jajapur . As per 2009 stats, Mirjapur is the gram panchayat of Sankha village.
The total geographical area of village is 114 hectares. Sankha has a total population of 449 peoples, out of which male population is 231 while female population is 218. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 943 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sankha village is 65.48% out of which 73.59% males and 56.88% females are literate. There are about 86 houses in sankha village. Pincode of sankha village locality is 755049.
Jajapur is nearest town to sankha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.
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Population of Sankha
The population details of Sankha cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 449 | 231 | 218 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 46 | 23 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 197 | 106 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 294 | 170 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 61 | 94 |
Connectivity of Sankha
| 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 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sankha
Where is Sankha located?
Sankha village is situated in Dharmasala Tehsil, within the Jajapur district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankha?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankha is Mirjapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sankha?
The pincode of Sankha is 755049, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sankha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankha is 449, with 231 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Sankha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sankha village has a total of 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankha is 65.48%. The male literacy rate is 73.59%, while the female literacy rate is 56.88%.