Shahkatta
Shahkatta is a village located in Bhanupratappur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Bhanupratappur (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Pharaskot is the gram panchayat of Shahkatta village.
Here you can discover what makes Shahkatta unique in its vibrant Bhanupratappur-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Shahkatta’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 Shahkatta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shahkatta is 447540. The village spans a total geographical area of 550.15 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494669. Bhanupratappur is nearest town to Shahkatta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shahkatta 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 Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shahkatta
Population of Shahkatta
According to the 2011 Census, Shahkatta has a total population of about 573, with approximately 288 males and 285 females. The sex ratio is around 989 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 58 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 12 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 435. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.16%, with male literacy at about 80.90% and female literacy near 59.30%. There are around 122 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shahkatta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 573 | 288 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 33 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 435 | 217 | 218 |
| Literate Population | 402 | 233 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 55 | 116 |
Connectivity of Shahkatta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shahkatta. As per the 2011 stats, Shahkatta 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 Shahkatta
Knowing the nearby villages of Shahkatta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shahkatta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shahkatta
- Where is Shahkatta located?
- Shahkatta village is situated in Bhanupratappur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shahkatta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shahkatta is Pharaskot (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shahkatta?
- The pincode of Shahkatta is 494669, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shahkatta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shahkatta is 573, with 288 males and 285 females.
- How many households are there in Shahkatta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shahkatta village has a total of 122 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shahkatta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shahkatta is 70.16%. The male literacy rate is 80.90%, while the female literacy rate is 59.30%.