Shankarpur
About Shankarpur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shankarpur village is 500202. Shankarpur village is located in Chanderi tehsil of Ashoknagar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Chanderi (tehsildar office) and 78km away from district headquarter Ashoknagar. As per 2009 stats, Amjhera is the gram panchayat of Shankarpur village.
The total geographical area of village is 162 hectares. Shankarpur has a total population of 863 peoples, out of which male population is 442 while female population is 421. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 952 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shankarpur village is 53.07% out of which 65.61% males and 39.90% females are literate. There are about 224 houses in shankarpur village.
When it comes to administration, Shankarpur 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, Shankarpur village comes under Chanderi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Guna Lok Sabha constituency. Chanderi is nearest town to shankarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
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Population of Shankarpur
The population details of Shankarpur 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 | 863 | 442 | 421 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 163 | 92 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 104 | 55 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 269 | 137 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 458 | 290 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 405 | 152 | 253 |
Connectivity of Shankarpur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shankarpur
Where is Shankarpur located?
Shankarpur village is situated in Chanderi Tehsil, within the Ashoknagar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shankarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shankarpur is Amjhera (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shankarpur is 863, with 442 males and 421 females.
How many households are there in Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shankarpur village has a total of 224 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shankarpur is 53.07%. The male literacy rate is 65.61%, while the female literacy rate is 39.90%.