Shankarnagar
Shankarnagar is a village located in Basavana Bagevadi taluka of Bijapur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Basavana Bagevadi (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Bijapur. As per 2009 stats, Kudagi is the gram panchayat of Shankarnagar village.
Here you can discover what makes Shankarnagar unique in its vibrant Basavana Bagevadi-Bijapur region. You’ll see Shankarnagar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shankarnagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shankarnagar is 599447. The village spans a total geographical area of 339.73 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 586112. Basavana Bagevadi is nearest town to Shankarnagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
Google Map of Shankarnagar
Population of Shankarnagar
According to the 2011 Census, Shankarnagar has a total population of about 2,436, with approximately 1,267 males and 1,169 females. The sex ratio is around 922 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 427 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,404 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 34.28%, with male literacy at about 41.36% and female literacy near 26.60%. There are around 418 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shankarnagar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,436 | 1,267 | 1,169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 427 | 232 | 195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,404 | 1,246 | 1,158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | N/A | 2 |
| Literate Population | 835 | 524 | 311 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,601 | 743 | 858 |
Connectivity of Shankarnagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shankarnagar. As per the 2011 stats, Shankarnagar 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shankarnagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Shankarnagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shankarnagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shankarnagar
- Where is Shankarnagar located?
- Shankarnagar village is situated in Basavana Bagevadi Taluka, within the Bijapur district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shankarnagar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shankarnagar is Kudagi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shankarnagar?
- The pincode of Shankarnagar is 586112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shankarnagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shankarnagar is 2,436, with 1,267 males and 1,169 females.
- How many households are there in Shankarnagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shankarnagar village has a total of 418 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shankarnagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shankarnagar is 34.28%. The male literacy rate is 41.36%, while the female literacy rate is 26.60%.