Shankarpur - Chanderi, Ashoknagar
Shankarpur is a village situated in the Chanderi tehsil of Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chanderi and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Ashoknagar. Amjhera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shankarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shankarpur is 500202. The village covers a total geographical area of 162 hectares and falls under the 473446 pincode. Chanderi is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Shankarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chanderi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shankarpur
As per Census 2011, Shankarpur village has a total population of 863 people, consisting of 442 males and 421 females. The village has 224 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 163 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 458 literate and 405 illiterate residents. Additionally, 104 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 269 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shankarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 863 | 442 | 421 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 92 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 55 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 269 | 137 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 458 | 290 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 405 | 152 | 253 |
Nearby Villages of Shankarpur
Shankarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khairi | North | 1.75 km |
| Tanda Chanderi | South-West | 1.96 km |
| Pancham Nagar | North-East | 2.60 km |
| Kunwarpur | North-West | 2.99 km |
| Kotara | North-West | 4.43 km |
| Sirsod | South-East | 4.83 km |
| Madroli | South-West | 4.89 km |
| Nagawar | South-West | 5.02 km |
| Nanakpur | North-West | 5.29 km |
| Naderi | South | 5.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shankarpur
Shankarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lalitpur, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 142.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Chanderi to Shankarpur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ashoknagar to Shankarpur is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shankarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shankarpur 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 Shankarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shankarpur 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 Shankarpur
Where is Shankarpur located?
Shankarpur village is located in Chanderi Tehsil, Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shankarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shankarpur is Amjhera.
What is the pincode of Shankarpur?
The pincode of Shankarpur is 473446.
What is the population of Shankarpur?
Shankarpur has a total population of 863, including 442 males and 421 females.
How many households are there in Shankarpur?
There are 224 households in Shankarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shankarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shankarpur is 53.07%. Male literacy is 65.61% and female literacy is 39.90%.