Shantipur
Shantipur is a village located in Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Pakhanjur (tehsildar office) and 145km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Janakpur is the gram panchayat of Shantipur village.
Here you can discover what makes Shantipur unique in its vibrant Pakhanjur-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Shantipur’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 Shantipur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shantipur is 448341. The village spans a total geographical area of 252.85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494777. Pakhanjur is nearest town to Shantipur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shantipur 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 Shantipur
Population of Shantipur
According to the 2011 Census, Shantipur has a total population of about 606, with approximately 315 males and 291 females. The sex ratio is around 923 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 77 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 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.34%, with male literacy at about 75.56% and female literacy near 56.36%. There are around 128 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shantipur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 606 | 315 | 291 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 40 | 37 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | N/A |
Literate Population | 402 | 238 | 164 |
Illiterate Population | 204 | 77 | 127 |
Connectivity of Shantipur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shantipur. As per the 2011 stats, Shantipur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shantipur
Knowing the nearby villages of Shantipur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shantipur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shantipur
- Where is Shantipur located?
- Shantipur village is situated in Pakhanjur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shantipur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shantipur is Janakpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shantipur?
- The pincode of Shantipur is 494777, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shantipur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shantipur is 606, with 315 males and 291 females.
- How many households are there in Shantipur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shantipur village has a total of 128 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shantipur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shantipur is 66.34%. The male literacy rate is 75.56%, while the female literacy rate is 56.36%.