Sankriguda - Junagarh, Kalahandi
Sankriguda is a village situated in the Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Junagarh and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Charbahati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankriguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankriguda is 423775. The village covers a total geographical area of 130 hectares and falls under the 766014 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Sankriguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankriguda
According to the 2011 Census, Sankriguda village had a total population of 322 people, including 164 males and 158 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.91%, with male literacy at 77.21% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 151.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 322 | 164 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 151 | 74 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 105 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 59 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Sankriguda
Sankriguda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sorismal | East | 0.82 km |
| Jamchuan | North | 1.73 km |
| Golamunda | North-East | 1.95 km |
| Pitaguda | West | 1.99 km |
| Borguda | South | 2.42 km |
| Tentulikhunti | South-West | 2.51 km |
| Podaguda | North | 2.80 km |
| Sandumerbahal | North-West | 3.05 km |
| Dedar | South-East | 3.48 km |
| Kadopadar | South-West | 3.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sankriguda
Sankriguda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Sankriguda is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Sankriguda is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankriguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankriguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sankriguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankriguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sankriguda
Where is Sankriguda located?
Sankriguda village is located in Junagarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sankriguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankriguda is Charbahati.
What is the pincode of Sankriguda?
The pincode of Sankriguda is 766014.
What is the population of Sankriguda?
Sankriguda had a total population of 322, including 164 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Sankriguda?
Sankriguda had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankriguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankriguda was 63.91%. Male literacy was 77.21% and female literacy was 50.00%.