Sankarwara - Todabhim, Karauli
Sankarwara is a village situated in the Todabhim tehsil of Karauli district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Todabhim and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Karauli. Sankarwara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankarwara is 076192. The village covers a total geographical area of 391.87 hectares and falls under the 321610 pincode. Todabhim is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Sankarwara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Todabhim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karauli-Dholpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankarwara
As per Census 2011, Sankarwara village has a total population of 2,068 people, consisting of 1,112 males and 956 females. The village has 357 households and a sex ratio of 859 females per 1,000 males. There are 304 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,324 literate and 744 illiterate residents. Additionally, 431 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,432 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sankarwara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,068 | 1,112 | 956 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 304 | 157 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 431 | 236 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,432 | 767 | 665 |
| Literate Population | 1,324 | 873 | 451 |
| Illiterate Population | 744 | 239 | 505 |
Nearby Villages of Sankarwara
Sankarwara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mehandipur | West | 1.56 km |
| Dantli | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Parla Khalsa | North-East | 1.95 km |
| Bhooda | East | 2.00 km |
| Asro | South | 2.06 km |
| Gahroli | South-West | 2.34 km |
| Bhajera | North | 2.76 km |
| Tudawali | North-East | 3.29 km |
| Antarhera | North | 3.30 km |
| Parla Jageer | North-East | 3.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sankarwara
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sankarwara. The nearest railway station is Karanpura, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.9 km.
| 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 Todabhim to Sankarwara is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karauli to Sankarwara is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankarwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankarwara 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sankarwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankarwara 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 Sankarwara
Where is Sankarwara located?
Sankarwara village is located in Todabhim Tehsil, Karauli district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankarwara?
Sankarwara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sankarwara?
The pincode of Sankarwara is 321610.
What is the population of Sankarwara?
Sankarwara has a total population of 2,068, including 1,112 males and 956 females.
How many households are there in Sankarwara?
There are 357 households in Sankarwara.
What is the literacy rate in Sankarwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankarwara is 64.02%. Male literacy is 78.51% and female literacy is 47.18%.