Shanti Nagar - Pakhanjur, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Shanti Nagar is a village situated in the Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pakhanjur and around 146 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Chandanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shanti Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shanti Nagar is 448276. The village covers a total geographical area of 138 hectares and falls under the 494776 pincode. Pakhanjur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Shanti Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shanti Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Shanti Nagar village had a total population of 508 people, including 259 males and 249 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.99%, with male literacy at 83.63% and female literacy at 59.22%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 508 | 259 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 33 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 311 | 189 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 70 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Shanti Nagar
Shanti Nagar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hari Nagar | South-West | 0.86 km |
| Chandanpur | South-East | 1.62 km |
| Karekatta | South-West | 1.94 km |
| Bhingidar | North | 2.22 km |
| Avinash Nagar | North-West | 2.35 km |
| Thakur Nagar | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Indrapuri | South-West | 3.35 km |
| Shripur | South | 3.41 km |
| Vanshri | West | 3.53 km |
| Partapur | East | 3.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shanti Nagar
Shanti Nagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 134.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pakhanjur to Shanti Nagar is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Shanti Nagar is about 146 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shanti Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shanti Nagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shanti Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shanti Nagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Shanti Nagar
Where is Shanti Nagar located?
Shanti Nagar village is located in Pakhanjur Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shanti Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Shanti Nagar is Chandanpur.
What is the pincode of Shanti Nagar?
The pincode of Shanti Nagar is 494776.
What is the population of Shanti Nagar?
Shanti Nagar had a total population of 508, including 259 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Shanti Nagar?
Shanti Nagar had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shanti Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shanti Nagar was 71.99%. Male literacy was 83.63% and female literacy was 59.22%.