Shankarpur

Shankarpur is a village located in Jhanjharpur subdivision of Madhubani district in Bihar, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Jhanjharpur (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Madhubani. As per 2009 stats, Balni Mehat is the gram panchayat of Shankarpur village.

Here you can discover what makes Shankarpur unique in its vibrant Jhanjharpur-Madhubani 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 220697. The village spans a total geographical area of 168.3 hectares. Jhanjharpur is nearest town to Shankarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

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Population of Shankarpur

According to the 2011 Census, Shankarpur has a total population of about 1,828, with approximately 902 males and 926 females. The sex ratio is around 1026 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 321 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 469 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.70%, with male literacy at about 59.09% and female literacy near 36.61%. There are around 394 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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,828 902 926
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 321 153 168
Scheduled Castes (SC) 469 241 228
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 N/A 1
Literate Population 872 533 339
Illiterate Population 956 369 587

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 <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
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 Jhanjharpur Subdivision, within the Madhubani district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shankarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shankarpur is Balni Mehat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shankarpur is 1,828, with 902 males and 926 females.
How many households are there in Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shankarpur village has a total of 394 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shankarpur is 47.70%. The male literacy rate is 59.09%, while the female literacy rate is 36.61%.