Shamtara
Shamtara is a village located in Narharpur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Narharpur (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Shamtara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shamtara unique in its vibrant Narharpur-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Shamtara’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 Shamtara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shamtara is 447959. The village spans a total geographical area of 487.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493773. Kanker is nearest town to Shamtara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
As per 2019 stats, Shamtara village comes under Kanker assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Shamtara
Population of Shamtara
According to the 2011 Census, Shamtara has a total population of about 1,241, with approximately 598 males and 643 females. The sex ratio is around 1075 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 122 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 19 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 486. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.89%, with male literacy at about 73.91% and female literacy near 50.70%. There are around 292 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shamtara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,241 | 598 | 643 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 54 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 486 | 233 | 253 |
| Literate Population | 768 | 442 | 326 |
| Illiterate Population | 473 | 156 | 317 |
Connectivity of Shamtara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shamtara. As per the 2011 stats, Shamtara 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shamtara
Knowing the nearby villages of Shamtara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shamtara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shamtara
Where is Shamtara located?
Shamtara village is situated in Narharpur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shamtara?
Shamtara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Shamtara?
The pincode of Shamtara is 493773, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shamtara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shamtara is 1,241, with 598 males and 643 females.
How many households are there in Shamtara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shamtara village has a total of 292 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shamtara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shamtara is 61.89%. The male literacy rate is 73.91%, while the female literacy rate is 50.70%.