Sankarpala
Sankarpala is a village located in Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Junagarh (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Budhipadar is the gram panchayat of Sankarpala village.
Here you can discover what makes Sankarpala unique in its vibrant Junagarh-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Sankarpala’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 Sankarpala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankarpala is 423831. The village spans a total geographical area of 335 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766014. Junagarh is nearest town to Sankarpala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Sankarpala
Population of Sankarpala
According to the 2011 Census, Sankarpala has a total population of about 806, with approximately 400 males and 406 females. The sex ratio is around 1014 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 112 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 183 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 438. The overall literacy rate is approximately 42.18%, with male literacy at about 53.50% and female literacy near 31.03%. There are around 217 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankarpala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 806 | 400 | 406 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 62 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 183 | 91 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 438 | 220 | 218 |
| Literate Population | 340 | 214 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 466 | 186 | 280 |
Connectivity of Sankarpala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankarpala. As per the 2011 stats, Sankarpala 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sankarpala
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankarpala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankarpala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankarpala
- Where is Sankarpala located?
- Sankarpala village is situated in Junagarh Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankarpala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sankarpala is Budhipadar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sankarpala?
- The pincode of Sankarpala is 766014, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sankarpala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankarpala is 806, with 400 males and 406 females.
- How many households are there in Sankarpala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankarpala village has a total of 217 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankarpala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankarpala is 42.18%. The male literacy rate is 53.50%, while the female literacy rate is 31.03%.