Sankirasira - Biramaharajpur, Sonepur
Sankirasira is a village situated in the Biramaharajpur tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Subalaya and around 60 km from Subarnapur. Sangrampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankirasira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankirasira is 419434. The village covers a total geographical area of 188 hectares and falls under the 767018 pincode. Subalaya is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Sankirasira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Birmaharajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankirasira
As per Census 2011, Sankirasira village has a total population of 475 people, consisting of 236 males and 239 females. The village has 129 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 338 literate and 137 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sankirasira are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 475 | 236 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 36 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 338 | 189 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 47 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Sankirasira
Sankirasira 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 Sankirasira
Sankirasira is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Subalaya to Sankirasira is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Sankirasira is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankirasira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankirasira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sankirasira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankirasira 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sankirasira
Where is Sankirasira located?
Sankirasira village is located in Biramaharajpur Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankirasira?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankirasira is Sangrampur.
What is the pincode of Sankirasira?
The pincode of Sankirasira is 767018.
What is the population of Sankirasira?
Sankirasira has a total population of 475, including 236 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Sankirasira?
There are 129 households in Sankirasira.
What is the literacy rate in Sankirasira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankirasira is 71.16%. Male literacy is 80.08% and female literacy is 62.34%.