Shanti Nagar
Shanti Nagar is a village located in Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Pakhanjur (tehsildar office) and 146km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Chanpur is the gram panchayat of Shanti Nagar village.
Here you can discover what makes Shanti Nagar unique in its vibrant Pakhanjur-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Shanti 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 Shanti Nagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shanti Nagar is 448276. The village spans a total geographical area of 138 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496001. Pakhanjur is nearest town to Shanti Nagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shanti 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 Shanti Nagar
Population of Shanti Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Shanti Nagar has a total population of about 508, with approximately 259 males and 249 females. The sex ratio is around 961 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 76 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.22%, with male literacy at about 72.97% and female literacy near 49.00%. There are around 92 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shanti Nagar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 508 | 259 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 33 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 311 | 189 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 70 | 127 |
Connectivity of Shanti Nagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shanti Nagar. As per the 2011 stats, Shanti 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 Shanti Nagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Shanti Nagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shanti Nagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shanti Nagar
- Where is Shanti Nagar located?
- Shanti Nagar village is situated in Pakhanjur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shanti Nagar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shanti Nagar is Chanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shanti Nagar?
- The pincode of Shanti Nagar is 496001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shanti Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shanti Nagar is 508, with 259 males and 249 females.
- How many households are there in Shanti Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shanti Nagar village has a total of 92 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shanti Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shanti Nagar is 61.22%. The male literacy rate is 72.97%, while the female literacy rate is 49.00%.