Sankhapada
Sankhapada is a village located in Mahakalapada tehsil of Kendrapara district in Odisha, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Mahakalapada (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Kendrapara . As per 2009 stats, Bijayanagar is the gram panchayat of Sankhapada village.
Here you can discover what makes Sankhapada unique in its vibrant Mahakalapada-Kendrapara region. You’ll see Sankhapada’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 Sankhapada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankhapada is 397038. The village spans a total geographical area of 244 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754224. Kendrapara is nearest town to Sankhapada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Sankhapada
According to the 2011 Census, Sankhapada has a total population of about 1,038, with approximately 514 males and 524 females. The sex ratio is around 1019 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 118 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 265 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.11%, with male literacy at about 79.57% and female literacy near 72.71%. There are around 195 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankhapada's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,038 | 514 | 524 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 63 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 265 | 123 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 790 | 409 | 381 |
| Illiterate Population | 248 | 105 | 143 |
Connectivity of Sankhapada
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankhapada. As per the 2011 stats, Sankhapada 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sankhapada
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankhapada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankhapada.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankhapada
- Where is Sankhapada located?
- Sankhapada village is situated in Mahakalapada Tehsil, within the Kendrapara district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankhapada?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sankhapada is Bijayanagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sankhapada?
- The pincode of Sankhapada is 754224, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sankhapada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankhapada is 1,038, with 514 males and 524 females.
- How many households are there in Sankhapada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankhapada village has a total of 195 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankhapada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankhapada is 76.11%. The male literacy rate is 79.57%, while the female literacy rate is 72.71%.