Sankarlakhaman - Lathikata, Sundargarh
Sankarlakhaman is a village situated in the Lathikata tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lathikata and around 106 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Suidihi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankarlakhaman village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankarlakhaman is 384635. The village covers a total geographical area of 26 hectares and falls under the 770037 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Sankarlakhaman village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raghunathpali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankarlakhaman
According to the 2011 Census, Sankarlakhaman village had a total population of 136 people, including 65 males and 71 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,092 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.03%, with male literacy at 92.98% and female literacy at 75.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 135.
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 | 136 | 65 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 135 | 64 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 53 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 12 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Sankarlakhaman
Sankarlakhaman 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 Sankarlakhaman
Sankarlakhaman 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Sankarlakhaman is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Sankarlakhaman is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankarlakhaman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankarlakhaman village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sankarlakhaman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankarlakhaman village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sankarlakhaman
Where is Sankarlakhaman located?
Sankarlakhaman village is located in Lathikata Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sankarlakhaman?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankarlakhaman is Suidihi.
What is the pincode of Sankarlakhaman?
The pincode of Sankarlakhaman is 770037.
What is the population of Sankarlakhaman?
Sankarlakhaman had a total population of 136, including 65 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Sankarlakhaman?
Sankarlakhaman had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankarlakhaman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankarlakhaman was 84.03%. Male literacy was 92.98% and female literacy was 75.81%.