Sankhua
Sankhua is a village located in Patana tehsil of Kendujhar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Patana (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Kendujhar. As per 2009 stats, Sankhua village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sankhua unique in its vibrant Patana-Kendujhar region. You’ll see Sankhua’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 Sankhua
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankhua is 385792. The village spans a total geographical area of 362 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 758016. Karanjia is nearest town to Sankhua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Sankhua
Population of Sankhua
According to the 2011 Census, Sankhua has a total population of about 1,003, with approximately 501 males and 502 females. The sex ratio is around 1001 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 151 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 328 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 478. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.33%, with male literacy at about 69.66% and female literacy near 47.01%. There are around 236 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankhua's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,003 | 501 | 502 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 75 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 328 | 158 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 478 | 239 | 239 |
| Literate Population | 585 | 349 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 418 | 152 | 266 |
Connectivity of Sankhua
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankhua. As per the 2011 stats, Sankhua had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sankhua
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankhua helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankhua.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankhua
- Where is Sankhua located?
- Sankhua village is situated in Patana Tehsil, within the Kendujhar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankhua?
- Sankhua serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sankhua?
- The pincode of Sankhua is 758016, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sankhua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankhua is 1,003, with 501 males and 502 females.
- How many households are there in Sankhua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankhua village has a total of 236 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankhua as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankhua is 58.33%. The male literacy rate is 69.66%, while the female literacy rate is 47.01%.