Shankaripura
Shankaripura is a village located in Channagiri taluka of Davanagere district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Channagiri (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Davanagere. As per 2009 stats, Duravigere is the gram panchayat of Shankaripura village.
Shankaripura has its own place in the vibrant Davanagere 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 Shankaripura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shankaripura is 607115. The village spans a total geographical area of 399.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577213. Channagiri is nearest town to Shankaripura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shankaripura 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 Channagiri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Davanagere Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shankaripura
Population of Shankaripura
Below is a concise population overview of Shankaripura 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 | 483 | 242 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 346 | 185 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 57 | 80 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shankaripura village:
- The total population of Shankaripura village is around 483, including approximately 242 males and 241 females, with a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 44 children aged 0–6 years in Shankaripura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shankaripura village has 72 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Shankaripura village is about 71.64%, with male literacy at 76.45% and female literacy at 66.80%.
- There are around 118 households in Shankaripura village.
Connectivity of Shankaripura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shankaripura. As per the 2011 stats, Shankaripura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shankaripura
Knowing the nearby villages of Shankaripura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shankaripura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shankaripura
- Where is Shankaripura located?
- Shankaripura village is situated in Channagiri Taluka, within the Davanagere district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shankaripura?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shankaripura is Duravigere (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shankaripura?
- The pincode of Shankaripura is 577213, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shankaripura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shankaripura is 483, with 242 males and 241 females.
- How many households are there in Shankaripura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shankaripura village has a total of 118 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shankaripura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shankaripura is 71.64%. The male literacy rate is 76.45%, while the female literacy rate is 66.80%.