Sank - Sandila, Hardoi
Sank is a village situated in the Sandila tehsil of Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sandila and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Hardoi. Shank serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sank village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sank is 141064. The village covers a total geographical area of 939.05 hectares and falls under the 241204 pincode. Sandila is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Sank village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sandila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Misrikh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sank
As per Census 2011, Sank village has a total population of 4,536 people, consisting of 2,453 males and 2,083 females. The village has 908 households and a sex ratio of 849 females per 1,000 males. There are 722 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,233 literate and 2,303 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,150 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sank are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,536 | 2,453 | 2,083 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 722 | 436 | 286 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,150 | 622 | 528 |
| Literate Population | 2,233 | 1,389 | 844 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,303 | 1,064 | 1,239 |
Nearby Villages of Sank
Sank 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tikra Barar | North-East | 1.53 km |
| Tiloeya Khurd | South | 1.61 km |
| Tiloeya Kalan | West | 2.01 km |
| Kakraly | North | 2.66 km |
| Beremau | East | 2.76 km |
| Narayanpur | South-West | 2.84 km |
| Begamgang | West | 3.64 km |
| Rusena | East | 3.70 km |
| Sahijana | South-East | 3.83 km |
| Sanai | West | 3.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sank
Sank is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sandila, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.0 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sandila to Sank is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hardoi to Sank is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sank
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sank village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sank
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sank village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sank
Where is Sank located?
Sank village is located in Sandila Tehsil, Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sank?
The Gram Panchayat of Sank is Shank.
What is the pincode of Sank?
The pincode of Sank is 241204.
What is the population of Sank?
Sank has a total population of 4,536, including 2,453 males and 2,083 females.
How many households are there in Sank?
There are 908 households in Sank.
What is the literacy rate in Sank?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sank is 49.23%. Male literacy is 56.62% and female literacy is 40.52%.