Shankheshvar - Shankheshvar, Patan
Shankheshvar is a village situated in the Shankheshvar taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Sami and around 60 km from Patan. Shankheshvar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shankheshvar is 509047. The village covers a total geographical area of 2665.05 hectares and falls under the 384246 pincode. Harij is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Shankheshvar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chanasma Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shankheshvar
As per Census 2011, Shankheshvar village has a total population of 9,042 people, consisting of 4,621 males and 4,421 females. The village has 1,896 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,310 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,779 literate and 3,263 illiterate residents. Additionally, 846 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shankheshvar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,042 | 4,621 | 4,421 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,310 | 705 | 605 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 846 | 428 | 418 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 5,779 | 3,366 | 2,413 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,263 | 1,255 | 2,008 |
Nearby Villages of Shankheshvar
Shankheshvar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shankheshvar
Shankheshvar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Harij to Shankheshvar is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Shankheshvar is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shankheshvar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shankheshvar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shankheshvar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shankheshvar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Shankheshvar
Where is Shankheshvar located?
Shankheshvar village is located in Shankheshvar Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shankheshvar?
Shankheshvar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shankheshvar?
The pincode of Shankheshvar is 384246.
What is the population of Shankheshvar?
Shankheshvar has a total population of 9,042, including 4,621 males and 4,421 females.
How many households are there in Shankheshvar?
There are 1,896 households in Shankheshvar.
What is the literacy rate in Shankheshvar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shankheshvar is 63.91%. Male literacy is 72.84% and female literacy is 54.58%.