Shankarapura
Shankarapura is a village located in Maddur taluka of Mandya district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Maddur (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Mandya. As per 2009 stats, Hosakere is the gram panchayat of Shankarapura village.
Shankarapura has its own place in the vibrant Mandya 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 Shankarapura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shankarapura is 614537. The village spans a total geographical area of 113.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571419. Maddur is nearest town to Shankarapura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shankarapura 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 Maddur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandya Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Shankarapura
Below is a concise population overview of Shankarapura 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 | 481 | 231 | 250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 313 | 167 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 64 | 104 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shankarapura village:
- The total population of Shankarapura village is around 481, including approximately 231 males and 250 females, with a sex ratio of 1082 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 41 children aged 0–6 years in Shankarapura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shankarapura village has 24 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shankarapura village is about 65.07%, with male literacy at 72.29% and female literacy at 58.40%.
- There are around 116 households in Shankarapura village.
Connectivity of Shankarapura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shankarapura. As per the 2011 stats, Shankarapura 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shankarapura
Knowing the nearby villages of Shankarapura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shankarapura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shankarapura
- Where is Shankarapura located?
- Shankarapura village is situated in Maddur Taluka, within the Mandya district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shankarapura?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shankarapura is Hosakere (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shankarapura?
- The pincode of Shankarapura is 571419, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shankarapura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shankarapura is 481, with 231 males and 250 females.
- How many households are there in Shankarapura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shankarapura village has a total of 116 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shankarapura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shankarapura is 65.07%. The male literacy rate is 72.29%, while the female literacy rate is 58.40%.