Sankarda
Sankarda is a village located in Umarkote tehsil of Nabarangapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Umarkote (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Nabarangapur . As per 2009 stats, Benora is the gram panchayat of Sankarda village.
Sankarda has its own place in the vibrant Nabarangapur 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 Sankarda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankarda is 427383. The village spans a total geographical area of 561 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764073. Umarkote is nearest town to Sankarda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sankarda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jharigam Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sankarda
Population of Sankarda
Below is a concise population overview of Sankarda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,773 | 896 | 877 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 287 | 151 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 492 | 252 | 240 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 936 | 469 | 467 |
| Literate Population | 922 | 560 | 362 |
| Illiterate Population | 851 | 336 | 515 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankarda village:
- The total population of Sankarda village is around 1,773, including approximately 896 males and 877 females, with a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 287 children aged 0–6 years in Sankarda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sankarda village has 492 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 936 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sankarda village is about 52.00%, with male literacy at 62.50% and female literacy at 41.28%.
- There are around 373 households in Sankarda village.
Connectivity of Sankarda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankarda. As per the 2011 stats, Sankarda 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 Sankarda
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankarda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankarda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankarda
- Where is Sankarda located?
- Sankarda village is situated in Umarkote Tehsil, within the Nabarangapur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankarda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sankarda is Benora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sankarda?
- The pincode of Sankarda is 764073, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sankarda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankarda is 1,773, with 896 males and 877 females.
- How many households are there in Sankarda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankarda village has a total of 373 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankarda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankarda is 52.00%. The male literacy rate is 62.50%, while the female literacy rate is 41.28%.