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.

Shantipur has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Bastar Kanker region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Shantipur

Below is a concise population overview of Shantipur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shantipur village:

  • The total population of Shantipur village is around 606, including approximately 315 males and 291 females, with a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 77 children aged 0–6 years in Shantipur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shantipur village has 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Shantipur village is about 66.34%, with male literacy at 75.56% and female literacy at 56.36%.
  • There are around 128 households in Shantipur village.

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)
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.

Bhavanipur Maroda Gaurishankar Nagar Janakpur Kirshan Nagar Palnadi Haridaspur Bande Vijaipur Bande Colony Govindpur

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%.