Shankerbandi - (D) - Maski, Raichur
Shankerbandi - (D) is a village situated in the Maski taluka of Raichur district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 24 km from Sindhnur and around 100 km from Raichur. Udbal (u) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shankerbandi - (D) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shankerbandi - (D) is 601134. The village covers a total geographical area of 238.99 hectares and falls under the 584138 pincode. Sindhnur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Shankerbandi - (D) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maski Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koppal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shankerbandi - (D)
According to the 2011 Census, Shankerbandi - (D) village had a total population of 18 people, including 10 males and 8 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 800 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.25%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 71.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 2 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Shankerbandi - (D)
Shankerbandi - (D) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hullur | South-West | 1.60 km |
| Kabberhal | North-West | 2.77 km |
| Udbal (umli) | South-West | 2.79 km |
| Hanchanhal | North | 2.91 km |
| Balganur | North-East | 3.21 km |
| Kyathanahatti | West | 3.60 km |
| Goudanbhavi | South-East | 4.01 km |
| S.ramal Dinni | North-West | 4.04 km |
| Chikkkadbur | West | 4.67 km |
| Govindnaikandoddi | East | 4.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shankerbandi - (D)
Shankerbandi - (D) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kosgi, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sindhnur to Shankerbandi - (D) is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raichur to Shankerbandi - (D) is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shankerbandi - (D)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shankerbandi - (D) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shankerbandi - (D)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shankerbandi - (D) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shankerbandi - (D)
Where is Shankerbandi - (D) located?
Shankerbandi - (D) village is located in Maski Taluka, Raichur district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shankerbandi - (D)?
The Gram Panchayat of Shankerbandi - (D) is Udbal (u).
What is the pincode of Shankerbandi - (D)?
The pincode of Shankerbandi - (D) is 584138.
What is the population of Shankerbandi - (D)?
Shankerbandi - (D) had a total population of 18, including 10 males and 8 females.
How many households are there in Shankerbandi - (D)?
Shankerbandi - (D) had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shankerbandi - (D)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shankerbandi - (D) was 81.25%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 71.43%.