Shakapur
Shakapur is a village located in Kushtagi taluka of Koppal district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Kushtagi (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Koppal. As per 2009 stats, Koradakera is the gram panchayat of Shakapur village.
Here you can discover what makes Shakapur unique in its vibrant Kushtagi-Koppal region. You’ll see Shakapur’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 Shakapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shakapur is 601501. The village spans a total geographical area of 528.21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 583277. Kushtagi is nearest town to Shakapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Shakapur
Population of Shakapur
According to the 2011 Census, Shakapur has a total population of about 1,556, with approximately 790 males and 766 females. The sex ratio is around 969 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 263 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 149 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 444. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.94%, with male literacy at about 55.06% and female literacy near 40.60%. There are around 262 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shakapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,556 | 790 | 766 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 136 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 149 | 73 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 444 | 220 | 224 |
| Literate Population | 746 | 435 | 311 |
| Illiterate Population | 810 | 355 | 455 |
Connectivity of Shakapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shakapur. As per the 2011 stats, Shakapur 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shakapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Shakapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shakapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shakapur
- Where is Shakapur located?
- Shakapur village is situated in Kushtagi Taluka, within the Koppal district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shakapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shakapur is Koradakera (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shakapur?
- The pincode of Shakapur is 583277, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shakapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shakapur is 1,556, with 790 males and 766 females.
- How many households are there in Shakapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shakapur village has a total of 262 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shakapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shakapur is 47.94%. The male literacy rate is 55.06%, while the female literacy rate is 40.60%.