Sankar

Sankar is a village 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.

Sankar 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 Sankar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankar is 430048. The village spans a total geographical area of 286 hectares, and the pincode of the 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

Below is a concise population overview of Sankar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 879 434 445
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 144 73 71
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 689 335 354
Literate Population 311 196 115
Illiterate Population 568 238 330

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankar village:

  • The total population of Sankar village is around 879, including approximately 434 males and 445 females, with a sex ratio of 1025 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 144 children aged 0–6 years in Sankar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sankar village has 689 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sankar village is about 35.38%, with male literacy at 45.16% and female literacy at 25.84%.
  • There are around 232 households in Sankar village.

Connectivity of Sankar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankar. As per the 2011 stats, Sankar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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

Nearby Villages of Sankar

Knowing the nearby villages of Sankar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankar.

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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%.