Shankargarh
Shankargarh is a village located in Manendragarh tehsil of Koriya district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Manendragarh (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Baikunthpur. As per 2009 stats, Kathotiya is the gram panchayat of Shankargarh village.
Here you can discover what makes Shankargarh unique in its vibrant Manendragarh-Koriya region. You’ll see Shankargarh’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 Shankargarh
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shankargarh is 431700. The village spans a total geographical area of 405.01 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497442. Manendragarh is nearest town to Shankargarh village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Shankargarh
Population of Shankargarh
According to the 2011 Census, Shankargarh has a total population of about 849, with approximately 418 males and 431 females. The sex ratio is around 1031 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 134 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 15 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 462. The overall literacy rate is approximately 41.11%, with male literacy at about 50.48% and female literacy near 32.02%. There are around 225 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shankargarh's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 849 | 418 | 431 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 61 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 462 | 222 | 240 |
| Literate Population | 349 | 211 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 500 | 207 | 293 |
Connectivity of Shankargarh
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shankargarh. As per the 2011 stats, Shankargarh 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shankargarh
Knowing the nearby villages of Shankargarh helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shankargarh.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shankargarh
- Where is Shankargarh located?
- Shankargarh village is situated in Manendragarh Tehsil, within the Koriya district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shankargarh?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shankargarh is Kathotiya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shankargarh?
- The pincode of Shankargarh is 497442, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shankargarh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shankargarh is 849, with 418 males and 431 females.
- How many households are there in Shankargarh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shankargarh village has a total of 225 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shankargarh as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shankargarh is 41.11%. The male literacy rate is 50.48%, while the female literacy rate is 32.02%.