Sankarapasi - Banspal, Keonjhar
Sankarapasi is a village situated in the Banspal tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from Nayakote and around 35 km from Kendujhar. Uperraigoda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankarapasi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankarapasi is 386250. The village covers a total geographical area of 91 hectares and falls under the 758085 pincode. Kendujhar is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Sankarapasi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Telkoi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankarapasi
As per Census 2011, Sankarapasi village has a total population of 563 people, consisting of 291 males and 272 females. The village has 114 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 121 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 187 literate and 376 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 492 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sankarapasi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 563 | 291 | 272 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 60 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 492 | 257 | 235 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 129 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 376 | 162 | 214 |
Nearby Villages of Sankarapasi
Sankarapasi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sankarapasi
Public transport in the Sankarapasi is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kendujhar to Sankarapasi is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Sankarapasi is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankarapasi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankarapasi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sankarapasi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankarapasi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sankarapasi
Where is Sankarapasi located?
Sankarapasi village is located in Banspal Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankarapasi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankarapasi is Uperraigoda.
What is the pincode of Sankarapasi?
The pincode of Sankarapasi is 758085.
What is the population of Sankarapasi?
Sankarapasi has a total population of 563, including 291 males and 272 females.
How many households are there in Sankarapasi?
There are 114 households in Sankarapasi.
What is the literacy rate in Sankarapasi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankarapasi is 33.21%. Male literacy is 44.33% and female literacy is 21.32%.