Sankarla - Panposh, Sundargarh
Sankarla is a village situated in the Panposh tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Biramitrapur and around 124 km from Sundargarh. Kumjharia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankarla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankarla is 384328. The village covers a total geographical area of 254 hectares and falls under the 770039 pincode. Biramitrapur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sankarla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Biramitrapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankarla
As per Census 2011, Sankarla village has a total population of 497 people, consisting of 251 males and 246 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 272 literate and 225 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 454 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sankarla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 497 | 251 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 36 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 7 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 454 | 234 | 220 |
| Literate Population | 272 | 148 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 103 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Sankarla
Sankarla is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Raichhapal | South-East | 1.44 km |
| Kuinergadha | North-East | 2.22 km |
| Bhadarpur | North-West | 2.44 km |
| Lase | East | 3.01 km |
| Ratakhandi | South-West | 3.02 km |
| Patuabahal | North-East | 3.11 km |
| Bijabahal | East | 3.16 km |
| Gobira | South-East | 3.42 km |
| Kumjharia | North-East | 3.68 km |
| Therlibahal | East | 3.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sankarla
Public transport in the Sankarla is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Biramitrapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Biramitrapur to Sankarla is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Sankarla is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankarla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankarla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sankarla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankarla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sankarla
Where is Sankarla located?
Sankarla village is located in Panposh Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankarla?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankarla is Kumjharia.
What is the pincode of Sankarla?
The pincode of Sankarla is 770039.
What is the population of Sankarla?
Sankarla has a total population of 497, including 251 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Sankarla?
There are 93 households in Sankarla.
What is the literacy rate in Sankarla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankarla is 54.73%. Male literacy is 58.96% and female literacy is 50.41%.