Sankhana
Sankhana is a village located in Nandipada tehsil of Kendujhar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Nandipada (tehsildar office) and 98km away from district headquarter Kendujhar. As per 2009 stats, Mareigaon is the gram panchayat of Sankhana village.
Here you can discover what makes Sankhana unique in its vibrant Nandipada-Kendujhar region. You’ll see Sankhana’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 Sankhana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankhana is 387170. The village spans a total geographical area of 219 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 758083. Bhadrak is nearest town to Sankhana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Sankhana
Population of Sankhana
According to the 2011 Census, Sankhana has a total population of about 860, with approximately 450 males and 410 females. The sex ratio is around 911 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 68 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 308 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 16. The overall literacy rate is approximately 84.19%, with male literacy at about 89.11% and female literacy near 78.78%. There are around 208 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankhana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 860 | 450 | 410 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 32 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 308 | 161 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 724 | 401 | 323 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 49 | 87 |
Connectivity of Sankhana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankhana. As per the 2011 stats, Sankhana 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sankhana
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankhana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankhana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankhana
- Where is Sankhana located?
- Sankhana village is situated in Nandipada Tehsil, within the Kendujhar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankhana?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sankhana is Mareigaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sankhana?
- The pincode of Sankhana is 758083, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sankhana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankhana is 860, with 450 males and 410 females.
- How many households are there in Sankhana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankhana village has a total of 208 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankhana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankhana is 84.19%. The male literacy rate is 89.11%, while the female literacy rate is 78.78%.