Are Shankar
Are Shankar is a village located in Muddebihal taluka of Bijapur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Muddebihal (tehsildar office) and 108km away from district headquarter Bijapur. As per 2009 stats, Nagabenal is the gram panchayat of Are Shankar village.
Here you can discover what makes Are Shankar unique in its vibrant Muddebihal-Bijapur region. You’ll see Are Shankar’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 Are Shankar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Are Shankar is 599677. The village spans a total geographical area of 307.33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 586112. Muddebihal is nearest town to Are Shankar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
When it comes to local governance, Are Shankar 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 Muddebihal Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Are Shankar
Population of Are Shankar
According to the 2011 Census, Are Shankar has a total population of about 712, with approximately 357 males and 355 females. The sex ratio is around 994 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 117 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 80 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 288. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.00%, with male literacy at about 62.18% and female literacy near 37.75%. There are around 133 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Are Shankar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 712 | 357 | 355 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 57 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 33 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 288 | 145 | 143 |
| Literate Population | 356 | 222 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 356 | 135 | 221 |
Connectivity of Are Shankar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Are Shankar. As per the 2011 stats, Are Shankar 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 Are Shankar
Knowing the nearby villages of Are Shankar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Are Shankar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Are Shankar
- Where is Are Shankar located?
- Are Shankar village is situated in Muddebihal Taluka, within the Bijapur district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Are Shankar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Are Shankar is Nagabenal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Are Shankar?
- The pincode of Are Shankar is 586112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Are Shankar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Are Shankar is 712, with 357 males and 355 females.
- How many households are there in Are Shankar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Are Shankar village has a total of 133 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Are Shankar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Are Shankar is 50.00%. The male literacy rate is 62.18%, while the female literacy rate is 37.75%.