Shankar Nagar
Shankar Nagar is a village 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.
Shankar Nagar has its own place in the vibrant Una 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 Shankar Nagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shankar Nagar is 018147. The village spans a total geographical area of 136.98 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 177219. Gagret is nearest town to Shankar Nagar village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Shankar Nagar 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 Gagret Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shankar Nagar
Population of Shankar Nagar
Below is a concise population overview of Shankar Nagar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 996 | 506 | 490 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 62 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 311 | 147 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 747 | 399 | 348 |
| Illiterate Population | 249 | 107 | 142 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shankar Nagar village:
- The total population of Shankar Nagar village is around 996, including approximately 506 males and 490 females, with a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 118 children aged 0–6 years in Shankar Nagar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shankar Nagar village has 311 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 13 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shankar Nagar village is about 75.00%, with male literacy at 78.85% and female literacy at 71.02%.
- There are around 214 households in Shankar Nagar village.
Connectivity of Shankar Nagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shankar Nagar. As per the 2011 stats, Shankar Nagar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Shankar Nagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Shankar Nagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shankar Nagar.
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%.