Shamtara
About Shamtara
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shamtara village is 447959. Shamtara village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 487.7 hectares. Shamtara has a total population of 1,241 peoples, out of which male population is 598 while female population is 643. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1075 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shamtara village is 61.89% out of which 73.91% males and 50.70% females are literate. There are about 292 houses in shamtara village. Pincode of shamtara village locality is 493773.
As per 2019 stats, Shamtara village comes under Kanker assembly & parliamentary constituency. Kanker is nearest town to shamtara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
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Population of Shamtara
The population details of Shamtara cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,241 | 598 | 643 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 122 | 54 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 486 | 233 | 253 |
| Literate Population | 768 | 442 | 326 |
| Illiterate Population | 473 | 156 | 317 |
Connectivity of Shamtara
| 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 |
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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%.