Sham Nagar
Sham Nagar is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Sham Nagar unique in its vibrant Pakhanjur-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Sham 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 Sham Nagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sham Nagar is 448286. The village spans a total geographical area of 463.21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497339. Pakhanjur is nearest town to Sham Nagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sham 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 Sham Nagar
Population of Sham Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Sham Nagar has a total population of about 1,517, with approximately 801 males and 716 females. The sex ratio is around 893 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 187 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 36. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.94%, with male literacy at about 77.65% and female literacy near 61.31%. There are around 318 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sham Nagar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,517 | 801 | 716 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 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 plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sham Nagar. As per the 2011 stats, Sham 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 Sham Nagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Sham Nagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around 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%.