Sham Nagar
About Sham Nagar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sham Nagar village is 448286. Sham Nagar village is located in Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Pakhanjur (tehsildar office) and 135km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Shyam Nagar is the gram panchayat of Sham Nagar village.
The total geographical area of village is 463.21 hectares. Sham Nagar has a total population of 1,517 peoples, out of which male population is 801 while female population is 716. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 893 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sham nagar village is 69.94% out of which 77.65% males and 61.31% females are literate. There are about 318 houses in sham nagar village. Pincode of sham nagar village locality is 497339.
When it comes to administration, Sham Nagar village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Sham Nagar village comes under Antagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kanker Lok Sabha constituency. Pakhanjur is nearest town to sham nagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
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Population of Sham Nagar
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,517 | 801 | 716 |
| Children (0-6) | 187 | 97 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 1,061 | 622 | 439 |
| Illiterate Population | 456 | 179 | 277 |
Connectivity of Sham Nagar
| 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 Sham Nagar
Frequently Asked Questions about Sham Nagar
Where is Sham Nagar located?
Sham Nagar village is situated in Pakhanjur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sham Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sham Nagar is Shyam Nagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sham Nagar?
The pincode of Sham Nagar is 497339, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sham Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sham Nagar is 1,517, with 801 males and 716 females.
How many households are there in Sham Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sham Nagar village has a total of 318 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sham Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sham Nagar is 69.94%. The male literacy rate is 77.65%, while the female literacy rate is 61.31%.