Sankra Village - Pokaran, Jaisalmer
Sankra is a village situated in the Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokaran and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Sankra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankra is 086325. The village covers a total geographical area of 5114 hectares and falls under the 345026 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Sankra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pokaran Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankra
As per Census 2011, Sankra village has a total population of 3,945 people, consisting of 2,088 males and 1,857 females. The village has 648 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 781 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,721 literate and 2,224 illiterate residents. Additionally, 516 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sankra are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,945 | 2,088 | 1,857 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 781 | 410 | 371 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 516 | 271 | 245 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 19 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,721 | 1,236 | 485 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,224 | 852 | 1,372 |
Nearby Villages of Sankra
Sankra 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 Sankra
Sankra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Sankra has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pokaran to Sankra is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Sankra is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sankra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sankra
Where is Sankra located?
Sankra village is located in Pokaran Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankra?
Sankra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sankra?
The pincode of Sankra is 345026.
What is the population of Sankra?
Sankra has a total population of 3,945, including 2,088 males and 1,857 females.
How many households are there in Sankra?
There are 648 households in Sankra.
What is the literacy rate in Sankra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankra is 43.62%. Male literacy is 59.20% and female literacy is 26.12%.