Sankorda (Sankarada) - Kotpad, Koraput
Sankorda (Sankarada) is a village situated in the Kotpad tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotpad and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. S Utipadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankorda (Sankarada) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankorda (Sankarada) is 428159. The village covers a total geographical area of 238 hectares and falls under the 764058 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Sankorda (Sankarada) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankorda (Sankarada)
As per Census 2011, Sankorda (Sankarada) village has a total population of 457 people, consisting of 227 males and 230 females. The village has 129 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 157 literate and 300 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 259 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sankorda (Sankarada) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 457 | 227 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 43 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 259 | 126 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 157 | 103 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 300 | 124 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Sankorda (Sankarada)
Sankorda (Sankarada) is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamunahandi | South | 1.40 km |
| Dhargudi | North | 1.51 km |
| Sutipadar | North-West | 2.23 km |
| Bhurusi | South-East | 2.39 km |
| Korlahandi | South-West | 2.63 km |
| Dhamonahandi(dhamanahandi) | North-East | 2.87 km |
| Pochia (panchia) | South | 3.12 km |
| Umorapondi | South | 3.33 km |
| Narahandi | East | 3.60 km |
| Jorondipodar | South-East | 3.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sankorda (Sankarada)
Public transport in the Sankorda (Sankarada) is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ambagaon, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Sankorda (Sankarada) is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Sankorda (Sankarada) is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankorda (Sankarada)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankorda (Sankarada) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sankorda (Sankarada)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankorda (Sankarada) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sankorda (Sankarada)
Where is Sankorda (Sankarada) located?
Sankorda (Sankarada) village is located in Kotpad Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankorda (Sankarada)?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankorda (Sankarada) is S Utipadar.
What is the pincode of Sankorda (Sankarada)?
The pincode of Sankorda (Sankarada) is 764058.
What is the population of Sankorda (Sankarada)?
Sankorda (Sankarada) has a total population of 457, including 227 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Sankorda (Sankarada)?
There are 129 households in Sankorda (Sankarada).
What is the literacy rate in Sankorda (Sankarada)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankorda (Sankarada) is 34.35%. Male literacy is 45.37% and female literacy is 23.48%.