Sankus - Madanpur Rampur, Kalahandi
Sankus is a village situated in the Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur Rampur and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Urladani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankus village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankus is 422575. The village covers a total geographical area of 41 hectares and falls under the 766102 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Sankus village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankus
According to the 2011 Census, Sankus village had a total population of 112 people, including 58 males and 54 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 25.93%, with male literacy at 44.74% and female literacy at 9.30%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 112.
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 | 112 | 58 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 20 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 112 | 58 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 17 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 41 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Sankus
Sankus is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sankus
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sankus.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Sankus is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankus
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankus 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sankus
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankus village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sankus
Where is Sankus located?
Sankus village is located in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sankus?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankus is Urladani.
What is the pincode of Sankus?
The pincode of Sankus is 766102.
What is the population of Sankus?
Sankus had a total population of 112, including 58 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Sankus?
Sankus had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankus?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankus was 25.93%. Male literacy was 44.74% and female literacy was 9.30%.