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.
Here you can discover what makes Sankara unique in its vibrant Bilaspur-Rampur region. You’ll see Sankara’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 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.
Google Map of Sankara
Population of Sankara
According to the 2011 Census, Sankara has a total population of about 1,624, with approximately 848 males and 776 females. The sex ratio is around 915 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 264 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 34 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 55.60%, with male literacy at about 66.27% and female literacy near 43.94%. There are around 191 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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.
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%.