Shakalpur
Shakalpur is a village located in Pratappur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Pratappur (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Sakalpur is the gram panchayat of Shakalpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Shakalpur unique in its vibrant Pratappur-Surguja region. You’ll see Shakalpur’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 Shakalpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shakalpur is 432293. The village spans a total geographical area of 583.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497001. Ambikapur is nearest town to Shakalpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Shakalpur
Population of Shakalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shakalpur has a total population of about 1,953, with approximately 948 males and 1,005 females. The sex ratio is around 1060 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 368 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 52 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 691. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.46%, with male literacy at about 56.33% and female literacy near 42.99%. There are around 438 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shakalpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,953 | 948 | 1,005 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 368 | 188 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 691 | 338 | 353 |
| Literate Population | 966 | 534 | 432 |
| Illiterate Population | 987 | 414 | 573 |
Connectivity of Shakalpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shakalpur. As per the 2011 stats, Shakalpur 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shakalpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Shakalpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shakalpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shakalpur
- Where is Shakalpur located?
- Shakalpur village is situated in Pratappur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shakalpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shakalpur is Sakalpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shakalpur?
- The pincode of Shakalpur is 497001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shakalpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shakalpur is 1,953, with 948 males and 1,005 females.
- How many households are there in Shakalpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shakalpur village has a total of 438 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shakalpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shakalpur is 49.46%. The male literacy rate is 56.33%, while the female literacy rate is 42.99%.