Sankra
Sankra is a village located in Malarna Doongar tehsil of Sawai Madhopur district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Malarna Doongar (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Sawai Madhopur. As per 2009 stats, Sankra village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sankra unique in its vibrant Malarna Doongar-Sawai Madhopur region. You’ll see Sankra’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sankra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankra is 077427. The village spans a total geographical area of 1100.42 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 322033. Sawai Madhopur is nearest town to Sankra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sankra village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sawai madhopur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tonk-Sawai Madhopur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sankra
Population of Sankra
According to the 2011 Census, Sankra has a total population of about 1,978, with approximately 1,035 males and 943 females. The sex ratio is around 911 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 317 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 227 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,072. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.53%, with male literacy at about 70.43% and female literacy near 32.87%. There are around 374 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,978 | 1,035 | 943 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 317 | 152 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 227 | 115 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,072 | 561 | 511 |
| Literate Population | 1,039 | 729 | 310 |
| Illiterate Population | 939 | 306 | 633 |
Connectivity of Sankra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankra. As per the 2011 stats, Sankra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sankra
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankra
- Where is Sankra located?
- Sankra village is situated in Malarna Doongar Tehsil, within the Sawai Madhopur district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankra?
- Sankra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sankra?
- The pincode of Sankra is 322033, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sankra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankra is 1,978, with 1,035 males and 943 females.
- How many households are there in Sankra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankra village has a total of 374 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankra is 52.53%. The male literacy rate is 70.43%, while the female literacy rate is 32.87%.