Shanker Banda
Shanker Banda is a village located in Shahpur taluka of Yadgir district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Shahpur (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Yadgir. As per 2009 stats, Kadamgera is the gram panchayat of Shanker Banda village.
Here you can discover what makes Shanker Banda unique in its vibrant Shahpur-Yadgir region. You’ll see Shanker Banda’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 Shanker Banda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shanker Banda is 621166. The village spans a total geographical area of 461.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 585319. Yadgir is nearest town to Shanker Banda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shanker Banda 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 Yadgir 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.
Google Map of Shanker Banda
Population of Shanker Banda
According to the 2011 Census, Shanker Banda has a total population of about 773, with approximately 393 males and 380 females. The sex ratio is around 966 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 161 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 53 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 114. The overall literacy rate is approximately 15.78%, with male literacy at about 21.63% and female literacy near 9.74%. There are around 134 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shanker Banda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 773 | 393 | 380 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 84 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 27 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 114 | 70 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 85 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 651 | 308 | 343 |
Connectivity of Shanker Banda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shanker Banda. As per the 2011 stats, Shanker Banda 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 Shanker Banda
Knowing the nearby villages of Shanker Banda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shanker Banda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shanker Banda
- Where is Shanker Banda located?
- Shanker Banda village is situated in Shahpur Taluka, within the Yadgir district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shanker Banda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shanker Banda is Kadamgera (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shanker Banda?
- The pincode of Shanker Banda is 585319, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shanker Banda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shanker Banda is 773, with 393 males and 380 females.
- How many households are there in Shanker Banda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shanker Banda village has a total of 134 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shanker Banda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shanker Banda is 15.78%. The male literacy rate is 21.63%, while the female literacy rate is 9.74%.