Shakti Nagar
Shakti Nagar is a village located in Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 42km away from sub-district headquarter Pakhanjur (tehsildar office) and 168km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Irpanar is the gram panchayat of Shakti Nagar village.
Here you can discover what makes Shakti Nagar unique in its vibrant Pakhanjur-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Shakti Nagar’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 Shakti Nagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shakti Nagar is 448370. The village spans a total geographical area of 194.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494777. Pakhanjur is nearest town to Shakti Nagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shakti Nagar 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 Antagarh 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 Shakti Nagar
Population of Shakti Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Shakti Nagar has a total population of about 568, with approximately 294 males and 274 females. The sex ratio is around 931 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 94 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.68%, with male literacy at about 65.65% and female literacy near 53.28%. There are around 108 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shakti Nagar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 568 | 294 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 51 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 339 | 193 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 101 | 128 |
Connectivity of Shakti Nagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shakti Nagar. As per the 2011 stats, Shakti Nagar 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 Shakti Nagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Shakti Nagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shakti Nagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shakti Nagar
- Where is Shakti Nagar located?
- Shakti Nagar village is situated in Pakhanjur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shakti Nagar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shakti Nagar is Irpanar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shakti Nagar?
- The pincode of Shakti Nagar is 494777, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shakti Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shakti Nagar is 568, with 294 males and 274 females.
- How many households are there in Shakti Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shakti Nagar village has a total of 108 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shakti Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shakti Nagar is 59.68%. The male literacy rate is 65.65%, while the female literacy rate is 53.28%.