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.
Sankiri has its own place in the vibrant Kendujhar 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 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.
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Population of Sankiri
Below is a concise population overview of Sankiri as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankiri village:
- The total population of Sankiri village is around 994, including approximately 491 males and 503 females, with a sex ratio of 1024 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 132 children aged 0–6 years in Sankiri village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sankiri village has 122 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 353 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sankiri village is about 57.04%, with male literacy at 64.15% and female literacy at 50.10%.
- There are around 247 households in Sankiri village.
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%.