Shankarpur - Dehri, Rohtas
Shankarpur is a village situated in the Dehri subdivision of Rohtas district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dehri and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Sasaram. Chaknaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shankarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shankarpur is 252589. The village covers a total geographical area of 120 hectares and falls under the 821308 pincode. Dehri is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Shankarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shankarpur
As per Census 2011, Shankarpur village has a total population of 2,056 people, consisting of 1,086 males and 970 females. The village has 323 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 346 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,251 literate and 805 illiterate residents. Additionally, 263 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shankarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,056 | 1,086 | 970 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 346 | 185 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 263 | 141 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,251 | 759 | 492 |
| Illiterate Population | 805 | 327 | 478 |
Nearby Villages of Shankarpur
Shankarpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bardiha | North-East | 0.88 km |
| Chaknaha | South-West | 1.18 km |
| Sujanpur | North-East | 1.77 km |
| Nawadih | West | 2.06 km |
| Bhaluari | North | 2.31 km |
| Shahpur | South-West | 2.44 km |
| Sikaria | South-East | 2.48 km |
| Katar | East | 2.53 km |
| Dudhmi | West | 3.06 km |
| Patanawa | South | 3.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shankarpur
Shankarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dehri On Sone, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 117.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dehri to Shankarpur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sasaram to Shankarpur is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shankarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shankarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shankarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shankarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shankarpur
Where is Shankarpur located?
Shankarpur village is located in Dehri Subdivision, Rohtas district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shankarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shankarpur is Chaknaha.
What is the pincode of Shankarpur?
The pincode of Shankarpur is 821308.
What is the population of Shankarpur?
Shankarpur has a total population of 2,056, including 1,086 males and 970 females.
How many households are there in Shankarpur?
There are 323 households in Shankarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shankarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shankarpur is 60.85%. Male literacy is 69.89% and female literacy is 50.72%.