Sankaram - Chennur, Mancherial
Sankaram is a village situated in the Chennur mandal of Mancherial district, Telangana. It is located approximately 5 km from Chennur and around 227 km from Adilabad. Buddaram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankaram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankaram is 570653. The village covers a total geographical area of 2575 hectares and falls under the 504204 pincode. Mancherial is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Sankaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sankaram
As per Census 2011, Sankaram village has a total population of 303 people, consisting of 148 males and 155 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 134 literate and 169 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 275 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sankaram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 303 | 148 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 22 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 275 | 134 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 78 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 70 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Sankaram
Sankaram 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 Sankaram
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sankaram.
| 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 Mancherial to Sankaram is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Adilabad to Sankaram is about 227 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankaram 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 Sankaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankaram 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Sankaram
Where is Sankaram located?
Sankaram village is located in Chennur Mandal, Mancherial district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankaram?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankaram is Buddaram.
What is the pincode of Sankaram?
The pincode of Sankaram is 504204.
What is the population of Sankaram?
Sankaram has a total population of 303, including 148 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Sankaram?
There are 72 households in Sankaram.
What is the literacy rate in Sankaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankaram is 44.22%. Male literacy is 52.70% and female literacy is 36.13%.