Shankar Nagar
About Shankar Nagar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shankar Nagar village is 018147. Shankar Nagar village is located in Amb tehsil of Una district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 40km away from district headquarter Amb. Amb is the sub-district headquarter of Shankar Nagar village. As per 2009 stats, Bhanjal Upper is the gram panchayat of Shankar Nagar village.
The total geographical area of village is 136.98 hectares. Shankar Nagar has a total population of 996 peoples, out of which male population is 506 while female population is 490. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 968 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shankar nagar village is 75.00% out of which 78.85% males and 71.02% females are literate. There are about 214 houses in shankar nagar village. Pincode of shankar nagar village locality is 177219.
When it comes to administration, Shankar Nagar village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Shankar Nagar village comes under Gagret Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency. Gagret is nearest town to shankar nagar village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Shankar Nagar
The population details of Shankar Nagar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 996 | 506 | 490 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 118 | 62 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 311 | 147 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 747 | 399 | 348 |
| Illiterate Population | 249 | 107 | 142 |
Connectivity of Shankar Nagar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shankar Nagar
Where is Shankar Nagar located?
Shankar Nagar village is situated in Amb Tehsil, within the Una district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shankar Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Shankar Nagar is Bhanjal Upper (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shankar Nagar?
The pincode of Shankar Nagar is 177219, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shankar Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shankar Nagar is 996, with 506 males and 490 females.
How many households are there in Shankar Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shankar Nagar village has a total of 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shankar Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shankar Nagar is 75.00%. The male literacy rate is 78.85%, while the female literacy rate is 71.02%.