Sankai
Sankai is a village located in Machh Kund tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Machh Kund (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Lamtaput is the gram panchayat of Sankai village.
Sankai has its own place in the vibrant Koraput 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 Sankai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankai is 429534. The village spans a total geographical area of 521 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764081. Koraput is nearest town to Sankai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
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Population of Sankai
Below is a concise population overview of Sankai 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 | 437 | 212 | 225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 44 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 21 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 293 | 145 | 148 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 77 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 319 | 135 | 184 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankai village:
- The total population of Sankai village is around 437, including approximately 212 males and 225 females, with a sex ratio of 1061 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 75 children aged 0–6 years in Sankai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sankai village has 50 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 293 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sankai village is about 27.00%, with male literacy at 36.32% and female literacy at 18.22%.
- There are around 114 households in Sankai village.
Connectivity of Sankai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankai. As per the 2011 stats, Sankai 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sankai
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankai
- Where is Sankai located?
- Sankai village is situated in Machh Kund Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sankai is Lamtaput (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sankai?
- The pincode of Sankai is 764081, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sankai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankai is 437, with 212 males and 225 females.
- How many households are there in Sankai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankai village has a total of 114 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankai is 27.00%. The male literacy rate is 36.32%, while the female literacy rate is 18.22%.