Sankus

Sankus is a village located in Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Madanpur Rampur (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Urladano is the gram panchayat of Sankus village.

Sankus 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 Sankus

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankus is 422575. The village spans a total geographical area of 41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766102. Bhawanipatna is nearest town to Sankus village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 90km away.

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Population of Sankus

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 112 58 54
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 31 20 11
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 112 58 54
Literate Population 21 17 4
Illiterate Population 91 41 50

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

  • The total population of Sankus village is around 112, including approximately 58 males and 54 females, with a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 31 children aged 0–6 years in Sankus village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sankus village has 112 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sankus village is about 18.75%, with male literacy at 29.31% and female literacy at 7.41%.
  • There are around 28 households in Sankus village.

Connectivity of Sankus

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankus. As per the 2011 stats, Sankus had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sankus

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sankus

Where is Sankus located?
Sankus village is situated in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankus?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankus is Urladano (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sankus?
The pincode of Sankus is 766102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sankus as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankus is 112, with 58 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Sankus as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sankus village has a total of 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankus as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankus is 18.75%. The male literacy rate is 29.31%, while the female literacy rate is 7.41%.