Sankarpur Dharampur - Allapur, Ambedkar Nagar
Sankarpur Dharampur is a village situated in the Allapur tehsil of Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Allapur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Ambedkar Nagar. Saithua Dharampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankarpur Dharampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankarpur Dharampur is 167679. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.96 hectares and falls under the 224181 pincode. Mahrajganj is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Sankarpur Dharampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankarpur Dharampur
According to the 2011 Census, Sankarpur Dharampur village had a total population of 202 people, including 106 males and 96 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.11%, with male literacy at 88.54% and female literacy at 51.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 119.
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 | 202 | 106 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 61 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 128 | 85 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 21 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Sankarpur Dharampur
Sankarpur Dharampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gopalpur | South-West | 0.55 km |
| Kakyanpur Talukedar | East | 0.67 km |
| Dayalpur | East | 0.95 km |
| Puragaur | West | 1.00 km |
| Indorpur Urf Ghinhapur | North-East | 1.13 km |
| Chak Madhopur | North | 1.23 km |
| Bharatpur | South | 1.30 km |
| Ratibhar | North-West | 1.48 km |
| Barohipura Pandey | South-East | 1.61 km |
| Devlar | North-West | 1.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sankarpur Dharampur
Public transport in the Sankarpur Dharampur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Azamgarh, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Mahrajganj to Sankarpur Dharampur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambedkar Nagar to Sankarpur Dharampur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankarpur Dharampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankarpur Dharampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sankarpur Dharampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankarpur Dharampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sankarpur Dharampur
Where is Sankarpur Dharampur located?
Sankarpur Dharampur village is located in Allapur Tehsil, Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sankarpur Dharampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankarpur Dharampur is Saithua Dharampur.
What is the pincode of Sankarpur Dharampur?
The pincode of Sankarpur Dharampur is 224181.
What is the population of Sankarpur Dharampur?
Sankarpur Dharampur had a total population of 202, including 106 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Sankarpur Dharampur?
Sankarpur Dharampur had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankarpur Dharampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankarpur Dharampur was 71.11%. Male literacy was 88.54% and female literacy was 51.19%.