Sankarpur - Sagri, Azamgarh
Sankarpur is a village situated in the Sagri tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagri and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Rasulpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankarpur is 192813. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.51 hectares and falls under the 276136 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Sankarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sagri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankarpur
As per Census 2011, Sankarpur village has a total population of 196 people, consisting of 95 males and 101 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 1,063 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 109 literate and 87 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sankarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 196 | 95 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 62 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 33 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Sankarpur
Sankarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rasulpur | South-East | 0.83 km |
| Tilvikrampur | West | 0.88 km |
| Jamin Belkunda | South-West | 0.92 km |
| Belkunda | North-East | 1.08 km |
| Bedpur | South | 1.16 km |
| Jhaprapur | North | 1.31 km |
| Baijavari | North | 1.53 km |
| Manorathpur Dubauli | South-West | 1.79 km |
| Kantipur | South-West | 1.82 km |
| Pihar | South-East | 1.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sankarpur
Public transport in the Sankarpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sathiaon, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.3 km.
| 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 Azamgarh to Sankarpur is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sankarpur
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 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
Where is Sankarpur located?
Sankarpur village is located in Sagri Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankarpur is Rasulpur.
What is the pincode of Sankarpur?
The pincode of Sankarpur is 276136.
What is the population of Sankarpur?
Sankarpur has a total population of 196, including 95 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Sankarpur?
There are 27 households in Sankarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sankarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankarpur is 55.61%. Male literacy is 65.26% and female literacy is 46.53%.