Shankarapura

Shankarapura is a village located in Tirthahalli taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Tirthahalli (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Aralasurali is the gram panchayat of Shankarapura village.

Here you can discover what makes Shankarapura unique in its vibrant Tirthahalli-Shimoga region. You’ll see Shankarapura’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Shankarapura

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shankarapura is 608090. The village spans a total geographical area of 1603.66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577414. Tirthahalli is nearest town to Shankarapura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

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Population of Shankarapura

According to the 2011 Census, Shankarapura has a total population of about 1,225, with approximately 613 males and 612 females. The sex ratio is around 998 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 108 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 103 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 13. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.31%, with male literacy at about 71.62% and female literacy near 58.99%. There are around 301 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shankarapura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,225 613 612
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 108 64 44
Scheduled Castes (SC) 103 44 59
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 13 4 9
Literate Population 800 439 361
Illiterate Population 425 174 251

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 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ 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 Tirthahalli Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.

What is the gram panchayat of Shankarapura?

The Gram Panchayat of Shankarapura is Aralasurali (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 577414, 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 1,225, with 613 males and 612 females.

How many households are there in Shankarapura as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, Shankarapura village has a total of 301 households.

What is the literacy rate in Shankarapura as per the 2011 Census?

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shankarapura is 65.31%. The male literacy rate is 71.62%, while the female literacy rate is 58.99%.