Shankarpur - Sursand, Sitamarhi
Shankarpur is a village situated in the Sursand subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sursand and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Maruki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shankarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shankarpur is 219214. The village covers a total geographical area of 253.7 hectares and falls under the 843331 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 18 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 3,783 people, consisting of 1,986 males and 1,797 females. The village has 680 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 572 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,237 literate and 2,546 illiterate residents. Additionally, 353 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shankarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,783 | 1,986 | 1,797 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 572 | 288 | 284 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 353 | 187 | 166 |
| Literate Population | 1,237 | 764 | 473 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,546 | 1,222 | 1,324 |
Nearby Villages of Shankarpur
Shankarpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shankarpur
Shankarpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitamarhi to Shankarpur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of 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 5-10 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Shankarpur
Where is Shankarpur located?
Shankarpur village is located in Sursand Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shankarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shankarpur is Maruki.
What is the pincode of Shankarpur?
The pincode of Shankarpur is 843331.
What is the population of Shankarpur?
Shankarpur has a total population of 3,783, including 1,986 males and 1,797 females.
How many households are there in Shankarpur?
There are 680 households in Shankarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shankarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shankarpur is 32.70%. Male literacy is 38.47% and female literacy is 26.32%.