Sankha

Sankha is a village 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.

Sankha has its own place in the vibrant Jajapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Sankha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankha is 401331. The village spans a total geographical area of 114 hectares, and the pincode of the 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

Below is a concise population overview of Sankha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 449 231 218
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 46 23 23
Scheduled Castes (SC) 197 106 91
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 294 170 124
Illiterate Population 155 61 94

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankha village:

  • The total population of Sankha village is around 449, including approximately 231 males and 218 females, with a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 46 children aged 0–6 years in Sankha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sankha village has 197 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sankha village is about 65.48%, with male literacy at 73.59% and female literacy at 56.88%.
  • There are around 86 households in Sankha village.

Connectivity of Sankha

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

Nearby Villages of Sankha

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

Kotapur Sanaraipada Alarpur Muratpur Salepur Phajilpur Panimuhani Nasadipur Olarmalia Hamirpur Srichandanpur

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%.