Sankhaposh
Sankhaposh is a village located in Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Lahunipara (tehsildar office) and 175km away from district headquarter Sundargarh. As per 2009 stats, Sankhaposh village is also a gram panchayat.
Sankhaposh has its own place in the vibrant Sundargarh 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 Sankhaposh
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankhaposh is 384815. The village spans a total geographical area of 217 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 770040. Raurkela is nearest town to Sankhaposh village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 78km away.
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Population of Sankhaposh
Below is a concise population overview of Sankhaposh as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 666 | 317 | 349 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 62 | 55 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 446 | 210 | 236 |
Literate Population | 261 | 150 | 111 |
Illiterate Population | 405 | 167 | 238 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankhaposh village:
- The total population of Sankhaposh village is around 666, including approximately 317 males and 349 females, with a sex ratio of 1100 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 117 children aged 0–6 years in Sankhaposh village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sankhaposh village has 17 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 446 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sankhaposh village is about 39.19%, with male literacy at 47.32% and female literacy at 31.81%.
- There are around 144 households in Sankhaposh village.
Connectivity of Sankhaposh
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankhaposh. As per the 2011 stats, Sankhaposh had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sankhaposh
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankhaposh helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankhaposh.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankhaposh
- Where is Sankhaposh located?
- Sankhaposh village is situated in Lahunipara Tehsil, within the Sundargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankhaposh?
- Sankhaposh serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sankhaposh?
- The pincode of Sankhaposh is 770040, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sankhaposh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankhaposh is 666, with 317 males and 349 females.
- How many households are there in Sankhaposh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankhaposh village has a total of 144 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankhaposh as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankhaposh is 39.19%. The male literacy rate is 47.32%, while the female literacy rate is 31.81%.