Sankhachol - Sonapur, Sonepur
Sankhachol is a village situated in the Sonapur tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from Tarbha and around 40 km from Subarnapur. Narayanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankhachol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankhachol is 419626. The village covers a total geographical area of 135 hectares and falls under the 767016 pincode. Tarbha is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sankhachol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonepur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankhachol
According to the 2011 Census, Sankhachol village had a total population of 345 people, including 180 males and 165 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.74%, with male literacy at 60.90% and female literacy at 45.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 56.
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 | 345 | 180 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 24 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 29 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 95 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 85 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Sankhachol
Sankhachol 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 Sankhachol
Sankhachol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Tarbha to Sankhachol is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Sankhachol is about 40 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 Sankhachol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankhachol 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 Sankhachol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankhachol 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 Sankhachol
Where is Sankhachol located?
Sankhachol village is located in Sonapur Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sankhachol?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankhachol is Narayanpur.
What is the pincode of Sankhachol?
The pincode of Sankhachol is 767016.
What is the population of Sankhachol?
Sankhachol had a total population of 345, including 180 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Sankhachol?
Sankhachol had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankhachol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankhachol was 53.74%. Male literacy was 60.90% and female literacy was 45.65%.