Shankarpur
Shankarpur is a village located in Kursakatta subdivision of Araria district in Bihar, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Kursakatta (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Araria. As per 2009 stats, Shankar Pur is the gram panchayat of Shankarpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Shankarpur unique in its vibrant Kursakatta-Araria region. You’ll see Shankarpur’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 Shankarpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shankarpur is 221898. The village spans a total geographical area of 365 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 854331. Forbesganj is nearest town to Shankarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Shankarpur
Population of Shankarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shankarpur has a total population of about 3,396, with approximately 1,769 males and 1,627 females. The sex ratio is around 919 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 658 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 392 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.65%, with male literacy at about 63.93% and female literacy near 42.47%. There are around 696 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shankarpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,396 | 1,769 | 1,627 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 658 | 318 | 340 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 392 | 207 | 185 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,822 | 1,131 | 691 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,574 | 638 | 936 |
Connectivity of Shankarpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shankarpur. As per the 2011 stats, Shankarpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shankarpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Shankarpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shankarpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shankarpur
- Where is Shankarpur located?
- Shankarpur village is situated in Kursakatta Subdivision, within the Araria district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shankarpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shankarpur is Shankar Pur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shankarpur?
- The pincode of Shankarpur is 854331, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shankarpur is 3,396, with 1,769 males and 1,627 females.
- How many households are there in Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shankarpur village has a total of 696 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shankarpur is 53.65%. The male literacy rate is 63.93%, while the female literacy rate is 42.47%.