Sankiri - Nandapur, Koraput
Sankiri is a village situated in the Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandapur and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Hikimput serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankiri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankiri is 429923. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 764037 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Sankiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankiri
According to the 2011 Census, Sankiri village had a total population of 151 people, including 72 males and 79 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 1,097 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.10%, with male literacy at 57.38% and female literacy at 17.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 109.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 151 | 72 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 11 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 55 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 35 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 37 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Sankiri
Sankiri 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 Sankiri
Public transport in the Sankiri is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Sankiri is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Sankiri is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankiri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sankiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankiri 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sankiri
Where is Sankiri located?
Sankiri village is located in Nandapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sankiri?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankiri is Hikimput.
What is the pincode of Sankiri?
The pincode of Sankiri is 764037.
What is the population of Sankiri?
Sankiri had a total population of 151, including 72 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Sankiri?
Sankiri had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankiri was 37.10%. Male literacy was 57.38% and female literacy was 17.46%.