Sankumrum - Tiring, Mayurbhanj
Sankumrum is a village situated in the Tiring tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tiring and around 131 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Gitilata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankumrum village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankumrum is 387378. The village covers a total geographical area of 330 hectares and falls under the 757053 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Sankumrum village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankumrum
As per Census 2011, Sankumrum village has a total population of 491 people, consisting of 238 males and 253 females. The village has 140 households and a sex ratio of 1,063 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 193 literate and 298 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 452 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sankumrum are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 491 | 238 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 37 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 452 | 216 | 236 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 112 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 298 | 126 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Sankumrum
Sankumrum is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gitilata | South-West | 1.40 km |
| Badakumrum | South | 1.62 km |
| Bara Kadal | North-East | 1.62 km |
| Sansiajang | South-East | 1.76 km |
| Jadunathpur | South-West | 1.77 km |
| Chakradharpur | North-West | 2.30 km |
| Sundardih | North | 2.33 km |
| Buruhatu | East | 2.86 km |
| Rora | North | 2.98 km |
| Nuadihi | South | 3.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sankumrum
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Sankumrum. The nearest railway station is Rairangpur, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rairangpur to Sankumrum is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Sankumrum is about 131 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankumrum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankumrum village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sankumrum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankumrum village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sankumrum
Where is Sankumrum located?
Sankumrum village is located in Tiring Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankumrum?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankumrum is Gitilata.
What is the pincode of Sankumrum?
The pincode of Sankumrum is 757053.
What is the population of Sankumrum?
Sankumrum has a total population of 491, including 238 males and 253 females.
How many households are there in Sankumrum?
There are 140 households in Sankumrum.
What is the literacy rate in Sankumrum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankumrum is 39.31%. Male literacy is 47.06% and female literacy is 32.02%.