Sankiri
Sankiri is a village located in Kendujhar Sadar tehsil of Kendujhar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Kendujhar Sadar (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Kendujhar. As per 2009 stats, Sankiri village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sankiri unique in its vibrant Kendujhar Sadar-Kendujhar region. You’ll see Sankiri’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 Sankiri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankiri is 386048. The village spans a total geographical area of 308 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 758013. Kendujhar is nearest town to Sankiri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
Google Map of Sankiri
Population of Sankiri
According to the 2011 Census, Sankiri has a total population of about 994, with approximately 491 males and 503 females. The sex ratio is around 1024 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 132 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 122 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 353. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.04%, with male literacy at about 64.15% and female literacy near 50.10%. There are around 247 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankiri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 994 | 491 | 503 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 70 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 63 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 353 | 178 | 175 |
| Literate Population | 567 | 315 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 427 | 176 | 251 |
Connectivity of Sankiri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankiri. As per the 2011 stats, Sankiri 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 Sankiri
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankiri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankiri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankiri
- Where is Sankiri located?
- Sankiri village is situated in Kendujhar Sadar Tehsil, within the Kendujhar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankiri?
- Sankiri serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sankiri?
- The pincode of Sankiri is 758013, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sankiri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankiri is 994, with 491 males and 503 females.
- How many households are there in Sankiri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankiri village has a total of 247 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankiri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankiri is 57.04%. The male literacy rate is 64.15%, while the female literacy rate is 50.10%.