Shankarapura - Maddur, Mandya
Shankarapura is a village situated in the Maddur taluka of Mandya district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maddur and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Mandya. Hosakere serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shankarapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shankarapura is 614537. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.37 hectares and falls under the 571429 pincode. Maddur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Shankarapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maddur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shankarapura
As per Census 2011, Shankarapura village has a total population of 481 people, consisting of 231 males and 250 females. The village has 116 households and a sex ratio of 1,082 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 313 literate and 168 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shankarapura are given below:
| Category | 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 | - |
| Literate Population | 313 | 167 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 64 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Shankarapura
Shankarapura is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kothana Halli | North-East | 1.49 km |
| Belathur | West | 1.91 km |
| Lakkasandra | South-West | 2.05 km |
| Deshahalli | South-East | 2.06 km |
| Volagarehalli | South | 2.08 km |
| Chamanahalli | East | 2.56 km |
| Rampura | West | 2.82 km |
| Sollepura | South-West | 2.86 km |
| Hosakere | North | 2.96 km |
| Maddur Rural | South-East | 3.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shankarapura
Shankarapura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Maddur, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Maddur to Shankarapura is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandya to Shankarapura is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shankarapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shankarapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shankarapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shankarapura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shankarapura
Where is Shankarapura located?
Shankarapura village is located in Maddur Taluka, Mandya district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shankarapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Shankarapura is Hosakere.
What is the pincode of Shankarapura?
The pincode of Shankarapura is 571429.
What is the population of Shankarapura?
Shankarapura has a total population of 481, including 231 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Shankarapura?
There are 116 households in Shankarapura.
What is the literacy rate in Shankarapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shankarapura is 65.07%. Male literacy is 72.29% and female literacy is 58.40%.