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 Grama 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
According to the 2011 Census, Sankaram village had a total population of 303 people, including 148 males and 155 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.17%, with male literacy at 61.90% and female literacy at 44.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 275.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 Grama Panchayat of Sankaram?
The Grama Panchayat of Sankaram is Buddaram.
What is the pincode of Sankaram?
The pincode of Sankaram is 504204.
What is the population of Sankaram?
Sankaram had a total population of 303, including 148 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Sankaram?
Sankaram had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankaram was 53.17%. Male literacy was 61.90% and female literacy was 44.44%.