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
According to the 2011 Census, Sankirasira village had a total population of 475 people, including 236 males and 239 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.25%, with male literacy at 94.50% and female literacy at 72.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 32, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 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 had a total population of 475, including 236 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Sankirasira?
Sankirasira had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankirasira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankirasira was 83.25%. Male literacy was 94.50% and female literacy was 72.33%.