Shardapur - Wadrafnagar, Balrampur-Ramanujganj
Shardapur is a village situated in the Wadrafnagar tehsil of Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from Wadrafnagar and around 115 km from Ambikapur. Shardapur (s) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shardapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shardapur is 432149. The village covers a total geographical area of 1256.78 hectares and falls under the 497225 pincode. Wadrafnagar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Shardapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shardapur
As per Census 2011, Shardapur village has a total population of 2,855 people, consisting of 1,438 males and 1,417 females. The village has 605 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 475 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,304 literate and 1,551 illiterate residents. Additionally, 269 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,106 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shardapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,855 | 1,438 | 1,417 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 475 | 235 | 240 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 269 | 132 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,106 | 1,057 | 1,049 |
| Literate Population | 1,304 | 806 | 498 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,551 | 632 | 919 |
Nearby Villages of Shardapur
Shardapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sursa | South-West | 2.47 km |
| Badkagaon | East | 2.82 km |
| Bhagwanpur Jirat | South-West | 3.27 km |
| Injani | West | 3.38 km |
| Odari | North | 3.91 km |
| Budhadand | North-West | 4.68 km |
| Bhagwanpur Khas | South-West | 5.43 km |
| Barti Khurd | North-West | 5.68 km |
| Savitripur | West | 5.71 km |
| Dhodhi | North-West | 5.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shardapur
Shardapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karonji, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 166.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Wadrafnagar to Shardapur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Shardapur is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shardapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shardapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shardapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shardapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Shardapur
Where is Shardapur located?
Shardapur village is located in Wadrafnagar Tehsil, Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shardapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shardapur is Shardapur (s).
What is the pincode of Shardapur?
The pincode of Shardapur is 497225.
What is the population of Shardapur?
Shardapur has a total population of 2,855, including 1,438 males and 1,417 females.
How many households are there in Shardapur?
There are 605 households in Shardapur.
What is the literacy rate in Shardapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shardapur is 45.67%. Male literacy is 56.05% and female literacy is 35.14%.