Sankasira - Jashipur, Mayurbhanj
Sankasira is a village situated in the Jashipur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 59 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jashipur and around 126 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Gudugudia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankasira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankasira is 388616. The village covers a total geographical area of 102 hectares and falls under the 757034 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Sankasira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankasira
According to the 2011 Census, Sankasira village had a total population of 247 people, including 123 males and 124 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 1,008 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.41%, with male literacy at 53.40% and female literacy at 37.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 246.
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 | 247 | 123 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 246 | 123 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 55 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 68 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Sankasira
Sankasira 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 Sankasira
Public transport in the Sankasira is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sankasira.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanjia to Sankasira is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Sankasira is about 126 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankasira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankasira 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 Sankasira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankasira 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sankasira
Where is Sankasira located?
Sankasira village is located in Jashipur Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sankasira?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankasira is Gudugudia.
What is the pincode of Sankasira?
The pincode of Sankasira is 757034.
What is the population of Sankasira?
Sankasira had a total population of 247, including 123 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Sankasira?
Sankasira had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankasira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankasira was 45.41%. Male literacy was 53.40% and female literacy was 37.50%.