Shankarpur
Shankarpur is a village located in Pithora tehsil of Mahasamund district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Pithaura (tehsildar office) and 105km away from district headquarter Mahasamund. As per 2009 stats, Katangtarai is the gram panchayat of Shankarpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Shankarpur unique in its vibrant Pithora-Mahasamund 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 446487. The village spans a total geographical area of 616.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494450. Bagbahara is nearest town to Shankarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shankarpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Basna Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shankarpur
Population of Shankarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shankarpur has a total population of about 1,274, with approximately 636 males and 638 females. The sex ratio is around 1003 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 180 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 512 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 173. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.04%, with male literacy at about 53.93% and female literacy near 42.16%. There are around 325 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 | 1,274 | 636 | 638 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 95 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 512 | 267 | 245 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 173 | 78 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 612 | 343 | 269 |
| Illiterate Population | 662 | 293 | 369 |
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 - 10 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 Pithora Tehsil, within the Mahasamund district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shankarpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shankarpur is Katangtarai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shankarpur?
- The pincode of Shankarpur is 494450, 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 1,274, with 636 males and 638 females.
- How many households are there in Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shankarpur village has a total of 325 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shankarpur is 48.04%. The male literacy rate is 53.93%, while the female literacy rate is 42.16%.