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.
Shamtara has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Bastar Kanker 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Shamtara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shamtara village:
- The total population of Shamtara village is around 1,241, including approximately 598 males and 643 females, with a sex ratio of 1075 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 122 children aged 0–6 years in Shamtara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shamtara village has 19 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 486 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shamtara village is about 61.89%, with male literacy at 73.91% and female literacy at 50.70%.
- There are around 292 households in Shamtara village.
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%.