Sankar
About Sankar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sankar village is 430048. Sankar village is located in Pottangi tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Pottangi (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Pukali is the gram panchayat of Sankar village.
The total geographical area of village is 286 hectares. Sankar has a total population of 879 peoples, out of which male population is 434 while female population is 445. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1025 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sankar village is 35.38% out of which 45.16% males and 25.84% females are literate. There are about 232 houses in sankar village. Pincode of sankar village locality is 764039.
Jeypur is nearest town to sankar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 46km away.
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Population of Sankar
The population details of Sankar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 879 | 434 | 445 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 144 | 73 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 689 | 335 | 354 |
| Literate Population | 311 | 196 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 568 | 238 | 330 |
Connectivity of Sankar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sankar
Where is Sankar located?
Sankar village is situated in Pottangi Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankar is Pukali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sankar?
The pincode of Sankar is 764039, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sankar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankar is 879, with 434 males and 445 females.
How many households are there in Sankar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sankar village has a total of 232 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankar is 35.38%. The male literacy rate is 45.16%, while the female literacy rate is 25.84%.