Shakapur
About Shakapur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shakapur village is 600683. Shakapur village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 447.41 hectares. Shakapur has a total population of 498 peoples, out of which male population is 240 while female population is 258. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1075 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shakapur village is 33.73% out of which 39.58% males and 28.29% females are literate. There are about 91 houses in shakapur village. Pincode of shakapur village locality is 584126.
When it comes to administration, Shakapur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Shakapur village comes under Devadurga Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raichur Lok Sabha constituency. Devadurga is nearest town to shakapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
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Population of Shakapur
The population details of Shakapur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 498 | 240 | 258 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 65 | 29 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 128 | 67 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 103 | 51 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 95 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 330 | 145 | 185 |
Connectivity of Shakapur
| 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 |
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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%.