Shantipur - Bande, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Shantipur is a village situated in the Bande tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 16 km from Pakhanjur and around 145 km from Kanker. Janakpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shantipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shantipur is 448341. The village covers a total geographical area of 252.85 hectares and falls under the 494777 pincode. Pakhanjur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Shantipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shantipur
According to the 2011 Census, Shantipur village had a total population of 606 people, including 315 males and 291 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.99%, with male literacy at 86.55% and female literacy at 64.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 606 | 315 | 291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 40 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 402 | 238 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 77 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Shantipur
Shantipur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shantipur
Shantipur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pakhanjur to Shantipur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Shantipur is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shantipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shantipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shantipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shantipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shantipur
Where is Shantipur located?
Shantipur village is located in Bande Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shantipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shantipur is Janakpur.
What is the pincode of Shantipur?
The pincode of Shantipur is 494777.
What is the population of Shantipur?
Shantipur had a total population of 606, including 315 males and 291 females.
How many households are there in Shantipur?
Shantipur had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shantipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shantipur was 75.99%. Male literacy was 86.55% and female literacy was 64.57%.