Shankarpur
Shankarpur is a village located in Farasgaon tehsil of Bastar district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Farasgaon (tehsildar office) and 105km away from district headquarter Jagdalpur. As per 2009 stats, Shankarpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shankarpur unique in its vibrant Farasgaon-Bastar 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 448965. The village spans a total geographical area of 90.82 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493889. Farasgaon is nearest town to Shankarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
Google Map of Shankarpur
Population of Shankarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shankarpur has a total population of about 391, with approximately 188 males and 203 females. The sex ratio is around 1079 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 53 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 6 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 339. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.05%, with male literacy at about 77.13% and female literacy near 61.58%. There are around 76 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 | 391 | 188 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 339 | 163 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 270 | 145 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 43 | 78 |
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 |
| 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 Farasgaon Tehsil, within the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shankarpur?
- Shankarpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shankarpur?
- The pincode of Shankarpur is 493889, 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 391, with 188 males and 203 females.
- How many households are there in Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shankarpur village has a total of 76 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shankarpur is 69.05%. The male literacy rate is 77.13%, while the female literacy rate is 61.58%.