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.
Sankarpala has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi 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 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.
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Population of Sankarpala
Below is a concise population overview of Sankarpala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankarpala village:
- The total population of Sankarpala village is around 806, including approximately 400 males and 406 females, with a sex ratio of 1014 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 112 children aged 0–6 years in Sankarpala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sankarpala village has 183 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 438 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sankarpala village is about 42.18%, with male literacy at 53.50% and female literacy at 31.03%.
- There are around 217 households in Sankarpala village.
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%.