Village code 494393

Sankh Village, Chaurai Tehsil: Map, PIN Code and Population

Sankh is a village in Chaurai Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Sankh village map in Madhya Pradesh
Sankh village map image for Chaurai Tehsil, Madhya Pradesh.

Village Overview

Sankh is a village in Chaurai Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. For Sankh, the population is 1,070 and Census village code is 494393. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

Important note

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Sankh village
Village code494393
Population1,070
Households234
Area348.50 ha / 3.48 sq. km / 861 acres
Population density307 people per sq. km
Sex ratio897 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townChaurai Khas (18 km)
Current stateMadhya Pradesh
Census 2011 stateMadhya Pradesh
Current districtChhindwara
Census 2011 districtChhindwara

Location and Administration

Sankh comes under Sankh gram panchayat and Chaurai C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Chaurai Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The tehsil headquarters is Chaurai at 18 km. The Census district headquarters, Chhindwara, is 53 km away.

Administrative details for Sankh
Current stateMadhya Pradesh
Census 2011 stateMadhya Pradesh
Current districtChhindwara
Census 2011 districtChhindwara
State code23
District code455
Tehsil / Census sub-district code3650
C.D. Block code241
Block panchayat code241

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Sankh village and its household count.

Total population

1,070 residents in 234 households

Male population

564

Female population

506

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: 211; Scheduled Tribes: 344

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government pre-primary school

Not available in village

Private pre-primary school

Available; count: 1

Government primary school

Available; count: 1

Private primary school

Not available in village

Middle school

Available; government count: 1

Secondary school

Available; government count: 1

Senior secondary school

Available; government count: 1

Vocational / ITI training

Not available in village

Arts and science degree college

Not available in village

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Health facilities reported for Sankh
Primary health centre1
ASHA workerAvailable

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Sankh
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Private bus serviceAvailable
Railway stationAvailable
National highwayNot available in village
State highwayNot available in village
Major district roadNot available in village
Black topped roadAvailable
All-weather roadAvailable
Post officeNot available in village
Village PIN code facilityAvailable
Mobile phone coverageAvailable
CSC / internet cafeAvailable
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankNot available in village
Cooperative bankAvailable
Agricultural credit societyAvailable
PDS shopAvailable
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village
Weekly haatAvailable
Self-help groupNot available in village
Anganwadi centreAvailable
Assembly polling stationAvailable
Birth and death registration officeNot available in village
Daily newspaper supplyNot available in village
Sports fieldAvailable
Public libraryNot available in village
Public reading roomNot available in village

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Sankh
Treated tap waterAvailable
Untreated tap waterNot available in village
Hand pumpAvailable
Tube wells / boreholesNot available in village
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageAvailable
Total sanitation campaign coverageAvailable
Domestic power supplyAvailable
Agriculture power supplyAvailable
Commercial power supplyAvailable
Summer domestic power8 hours per day
Winter domestic power8 hours per day

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Sankh
Net area sown224.40 hectares
Irrigated area70.50 hectares
Unirrigated area153.90 hectares
Wells / tube wells irrigated area70.50 hectares
Forest area19.84 hectares
Current fallow land15.10 hectares
Other fallow land2.43 hectares

Nearby Facility Clues

When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.

Nearest facility clues for Sankh
Public bus serviceNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Post officeNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Commercial bankNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km.
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.

How to Reach Sankh

Chaurai Khas (18 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Chaurai is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Sankh
Nearest major townChaurai Khas (18 km)
Tehsil headquartersChaurai (18 km)
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Railway station in villageAvailable
All-weather roadAvailable

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Tehsil, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Sankh. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Sankh
Private Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKGAvailable; 1
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 1
Govt Middle SchoolAvailable; 1
Govt Secondary SchoolAvailable; 1
Govt Senior Secondary SchoolAvailable; 1
Primary Health Centre1
Primary Health Centre Doctors Total Strength1
Primary Health Centre Doctors in Position1
Primary Health Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength4
Primary Health Centre Para Medical Staff in Position4
Non Government Medical Facilities Medical Prctitioner with Other Degree2
Non Government Medical Facilities Medical Practitioner with No Degree1
Non Government Medical Facilities Traditional Practitioner and Faith Healer1
Tap Water-TreatedAvailable
Uncovered WellAvailable
Hand PumpAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
River CanalAvailable
River Canal Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
River Canal Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Tank Pond LakeAvailable
Tank Pond Lake Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Open DrainageAvailable
Open Pucca Drainage UncoveredAvailable
Open Kuccha DrainageAvailable
Is the Area Covered Under Total Sanitation Campaign TSCAvailable
Community Toilet Complex Excluding Bath for General PublicAvailable
Rural Production Mart or Sanitary Hardware Outlet Availability Near the VillageAvailable
Sub Post OfficeAvailable
Telephone LandlinesAvailable
Mobile Phone CoverageAvailable
Internet Cafes / Common Service Centre (CSC)Available
Private Bus ServiceAvailable
Railway StationAvailable
Auto Modified AutosAvailable
TaxiAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

Use the village code, district, tehsil, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Sankh village located?

Sankh is located in Chaurai Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Chhindwara.

Which Tehsil is Sankh in?

Sankh is in Chaurai Tehsil. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Sankh in?

District: Chhindwara.

What is the village code of Sankh?

The Census village code of Sankh is 494393.

What is the population of Sankh?

Sankh has 1,070 residents in 234 households as per Census 2011.

Which is the nearest town to Sankh?

The nearest statutory town to Sankh is Chaurai Khas (18 km).

What land-use details are available for Sankh?

Land-use details for Sankh include net area sown: 224.40 hectares, irrigated area: 70.50 hectares, and unirrigated area: 153.90 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Sankh?

Government primary school status for Sankh is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Sankh?

Public bus service is not available in village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Sankh?

Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.

What is the total area of Sankh?

The total geographical area of Sankh is 348.50 hectares.

How many households are in Sankh?

Sankh has 234 households as per Census 2011.

Is tap water available in Sankh?

Treated tap water is available in the village.

Is electricity available for homes in Sankh?

Domestic power supply is available in the village.

Is there an all-weather road to Sankh?

All-weather road status for Sankh is available in the village.

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