Sankara

Sankara is a village located in Bilaspur tehsil of Rampur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Bilaspur. Rampur is the district headquarter of Sankara village. As per 2009 stats, Sankara village is also a gram panchayat.

Sankara has its own place in the vibrant Rampur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Sankara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankara is 116807. The village spans a total geographical area of 236.72 hectares. Bilaspur is nearest town to Sankara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

When it comes to local governance, Sankara 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 Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Rampur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Sankara

Below is a concise population overview of Sankara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,624 848 776
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 264 126 138
Scheduled Castes (SC) 34 19 15
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 903 562 341
Illiterate Population 721 286 435

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankara village:

  • The total population of Sankara village is around 1,624, including approximately 848 males and 776 females, with a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 264 children aged 0–6 years in Sankara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sankara village has 34 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sankara village is about 55.60%, with male literacy at 66.27% and female literacy at 43.94%.
  • There are around 191 households in Sankara village.

Connectivity of Sankara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankara. As per the 2011 stats, Sankara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sankara

Knowing the nearby villages of Sankara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankara.

Pazaw Nagar Mahesh Pura Khunta Khera Mundia Near Mankara Kalyanpur Mankara Pajawa Bhatpura Taran Bidhau Gajraula Bidhpura

Frequently Asked Questions about Sankara

Where is Sankara located?
Sankara village is situated in Bilaspur Tehsil, within the Rampur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankara?
Sankara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Sankara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankara is 1,624, with 848 males and 776 females.
How many households are there in Sankara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sankara village has a total of 191 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankara is 55.60%. The male literacy rate is 66.27%, while the female literacy rate is 43.94%.