Sankhatira - Gop, Puri
Sankhatira is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gop and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Davara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankhatira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankhatira is 409446. The village covers a total geographical area of 101 hectares and falls under the 752121 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Sankhatira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankhatira
According to the 2011 Census, Sankhatira village had a total population of 480 people, including 239 males and 241 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 1,008 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.64%, with male literacy at 98.17% and female literacy at 87.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 83.
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 | 480 | 239 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 20 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 38 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 403 | 215 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 24 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Sankhatira
Sankhatira 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Siaro | South-West | 0.98 km |
| Bhadis | North-East | 1.14 km |
| Davara | North | 1.22 km |
| Santaras | North-West | 2.07 km |
| Lunahar | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Sudukhanda | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Uchhupur | South | 2.32 km |
| Galadari | North-East | 2.41 km |
| Gunia | North | 2.41 km |
| Madaranga | South-East | 2.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sankhatira
Public transport in the Sankhatira is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sakhi Gopal, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Sankhatira is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Sankhatira is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankhatira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankhatira 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sankhatira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankhatira 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sankhatira
Where is Sankhatira located?
Sankhatira village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sankhatira?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankhatira is Davara.
What is the pincode of Sankhatira?
The pincode of Sankhatira is 752121.
What is the population of Sankhatira?
Sankhatira had a total population of 480, including 239 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Sankhatira?
Sankhatira had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankhatira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankhatira was 92.64%. Male literacy was 98.17% and female literacy was 87.04%.