Sankarapur - Raruan, Mayurbhanj
Sankarapur is a village situated in the Raruan tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from Ghagarbeda and around 155 km from Baripada. Budamara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankarapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankarapur is 388797. The village covers a total geographical area of 56 hectares and falls under the 757035 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Sankarapur 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 Sankarapur
According to the 2011 Census, Sankarapur village had a total population of 224 people, including 117 males and 107 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.83%, with male literacy at 79.59% and female literacy at 61.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 54.
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 | 224 | 117 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 10 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 25 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 78 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 39 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Sankarapur
Sankarapur 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 Sankarapur
Sankarapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Karanjia to Sankarapur is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Sankarapur is about 155 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankarapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankarapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sankarapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankarapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sankarapur
Where is Sankarapur located?
Sankarapur village is located in Raruan Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sankarapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankarapur is Budamara.
What is the pincode of Sankarapur?
The pincode of Sankarapur is 757035.
What is the population of Sankarapur?
Sankarapur had a total population of 224, including 117 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Sankarapur?
Sankarapur had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankarapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankarapur was 70.83%. Male literacy was 79.59% and female literacy was 61.70%.