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.
Here you can discover what makes Sankha unique in its vibrant Dharmasala-Jajapur region. You’ll see Sankha’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 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.
Google Map of Sankha
Population of Sankha
According to the 2011 Census, Sankha has a total population of about 449, with approximately 231 males and 218 females. The sex ratio is around 943 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 46 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 197 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 65.48%, with male literacy at about 73.59% and female literacy near 56.88%. There are around 86 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.