Shakapur
Shakapur is a village located in Devadurga taluka of Raichur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Devadurga (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Raichur. As per 2009 stats, Jeerabandi is the gram panchayat of Shakapur village.
Shakapur has its own place in the vibrant Raichur 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 Shakapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shakapur is 600683. The village spans a total geographical area of 447.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 584126. Devadurga is nearest town to Shakapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shakapur 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 Devadurga Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raichur 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 Shakapur
Below is a concise population overview of Shakapur 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 | 498 | 240 | 258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 29 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 67 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 103 | 51 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 95 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 330 | 145 | 185 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shakapur village:
- The total population of Shakapur village is around 498, including approximately 240 males and 258 females, with a sex ratio of 1075 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 65 children aged 0–6 years in Shakapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shakapur village has 128 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 103 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shakapur village is about 33.73%, with male literacy at 39.58% and female literacy at 28.29%.
- There are around 91 households in Shakapur village.
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 Devadurga Taluka, within the Raichur district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shakapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shakapur is Jeerabandi (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 584126, 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 498, with 240 males and 258 females.
- How many households are there in Shakapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shakapur village has a total of 91 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shakapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shakapur is 33.73%. The male literacy rate is 39.58%, while the female literacy rate is 28.29%.