Shankra
About Shankra
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shankra village is 377185. Shankra village is located in Bandgaon subdivision of Pashchimi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 38km away from sub-district headquarter Bandgaon (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Chaibasa. As per 2009 stats, Tebo is the gram panchayat of Shankra village.
The total geographical area of village is 83.29 hectares. Shankra has a total population of 242 peoples, out of which male population is 124 while female population is 118. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 951 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shankra village is 35.54% out of which 45.97% males and 24.58% females are literate. There are about 57 houses in shankra village. Pincode of shankra village locality is 835216.
When it comes to administration, Shankra 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, Shankra village comes under Chakradharpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Singhbhum Lok Sabha constituency. Bandgaon is nearest town to shankra village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Shankra
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 242 | 124 | 118 |
| Children (0-6) | 52 | 24 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 242 | 124 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 57 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 67 | 89 |
Connectivity of Shankra
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shankra
Where is Shankra located?
Shankra village is situated in Bandgaon Subdivision, within the Pashchimi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shankra?
The Gram Panchayat of Shankra is Tebo (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shankra?
The pincode of Shankra is 835216, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shankra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shankra is 242, with 124 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Shankra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shankra village has a total of 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shankra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shankra is 35.54%. The male literacy rate is 45.97%, while the female literacy rate is 24.58%.