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.

Shakalpur has its own place in the vibrant Surguja region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Shakalpur

Below is a concise population overview of Shakalpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shakalpur village:

  • The total population of Shakalpur village is around 1,953, including approximately 948 males and 1,005 females, with a sex ratio of 1060 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 368 children aged 0–6 years in Shakalpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shakalpur village has 52 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 691 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Shakalpur village is about 49.46%, with male literacy at 56.33% and female literacy at 42.99%.
  • There are around 438 households in Shakalpur village.

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%.