Sankhi
Sankhi is a village located in Chhata tehsil of Mathura district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from Sankhi, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Sankhi village. As per 2009 stats, Sankhi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sankhi unique in its vibrant Chhata-Mathura region. You’ll see Sankhi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sankhi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankhi is 123719. The village spans a total geographical area of 674.61 hectares. Chhata is nearest town to Sankhi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sankhi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chhata Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mathura Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sankhi
Population of Sankhi
According to the 2011 Census, Sankhi has a total population of about 1,799, with approximately 962 males and 837 females. The sex ratio is around 870 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 360 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 140 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.47%, with male literacy at about 63.72% and female literacy near 33.09%. There are around 267 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankhi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,799 | 962 | 837 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 360 | 189 | 171 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 71 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 890 | 613 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 909 | 349 | 560 |
Connectivity of Sankhi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankhi. As per the 2011 stats, Sankhi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sankhi
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankhi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankhi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankhi
- Where is Sankhi located?
- Sankhi village is situated in Chhata Tehsil, within the Mathura district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankhi?
- Sankhi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sankhi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankhi is 1,799, with 962 males and 837 females.
- How many households are there in Sankhi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankhi village has a total of 267 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankhi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankhi is 49.47%. The male literacy rate is 63.72%, while the female literacy rate is 33.09%.