Sankhunta
Sankhunta is a village located in Khunta tehsil of Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Khunta (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Baripada. As per 2009 stats, Sankhunta village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sankhunta unique in its vibrant Khunta-Mayurbhanj region. You’ll see Sankhunta’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sankhunta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankhunta is 390851. The village spans a total geographical area of 57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 757019. Udala is nearest town to Sankhunta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
Google Map of Sankhunta
Population of Sankhunta
According to the 2011 Census, Sankhunta has a total population of about 449, with approximately 223 males and 226 females. The sex ratio is around 1013 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 45 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 5 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 18. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.40%, with male literacy at about 85.20% and female literacy near 75.66%. There are around 126 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankhunta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 449 | 223 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 361 | 190 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 33 | 55 |
Connectivity of Sankhunta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankhunta. As per the 2011 stats, Sankhunta 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sankhunta
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankhunta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankhunta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankhunta
- Where is Sankhunta located?
- Sankhunta village is situated in Khunta Tehsil, within the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankhunta?
- Sankhunta serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sankhunta?
- The pincode of Sankhunta is 757019, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sankhunta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankhunta is 449, with 223 males and 226 females.
- How many households are there in Sankhunta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankhunta village has a total of 126 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankhunta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankhunta is 80.40%. The male literacy rate is 85.20%, while the female literacy rate is 75.66%.