Sankhra Village - Kotri, Bhilwara
Sankhra is a village situated in the Kotri tehsil of Bhilwara district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotri and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bhilwara. Sankhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankhra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankhra is 095706. The village covers a total geographical area of 1269.26 hectares and falls under the 311603 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Sankhra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jahazpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhilwara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankhra
As per Census 2011, Sankhra village has a total population of 2,441 people, consisting of 1,203 males and 1,238 females. The village has 537 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 411 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 949 literate and 1,492 illiterate residents. Additionally, 417 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 141 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sankhra are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,441 | 1,203 | 1,238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 411 | 211 | 200 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 417 | 206 | 211 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 141 | 63 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 949 | 621 | 328 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,492 | 582 | 910 |
Nearby Villages of Sankhra
Sankhra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Narsingh Ka Jhopra | South-East | 1.40 km |
| Khejri | South | 2.43 km |
| Rooppura | West | 2.59 km |
| Phalaser | North | 2.64 km |
| Birdhol | South-West | 2.93 km |
| Sola Ka Khera @ Ratanpur | South | 2.98 km |
| Kanwaliyas | North-East | 3.04 km |
| Belwa | East | 3.36 km |
| Mataji Ka Khera (maliyon Ka Jhonpara) | North-West | 3.60 km |
| Chhapdel | North-East | 3.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sankhra
Sankhra is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Singuli Shyam, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahpura to Sankhra is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhilwara to Sankhra is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankhra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankhra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sankhra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankhra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sankhra
Where is Sankhra located?
Sankhra village is located in Kotri Tehsil, Bhilwara district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankhra?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankhra is Sankhara.
What is the pincode of Sankhra?
The pincode of Sankhra is 311603.
What is the population of Sankhra?
Sankhra has a total population of 2,441, including 1,203 males and 1,238 females.
How many households are there in Sankhra?
There are 537 households in Sankhra.
What is the literacy rate in Sankhra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankhra is 38.88%. Male literacy is 51.62% and female literacy is 26.49%.