Shankarpura Kalan - Nepanagar, Burhanpur
Shankarpura Kalan is a village situated in the Nepanagar tehsil of Burhanpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nepanagar and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Burhanpur. Deorimal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shankarpura Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shankarpura Kalan is 506379. The village covers a total geographical area of 225.73 hectares and falls under the 450331 pincode. Nepanagar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Shankarpura Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shankarpura Kalan
As per Census 2011, Shankarpura Kalan village has a total population of 534 people, consisting of 280 males and 254 females. The village has 123 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 267 literate and 267 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 58 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shankarpura Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 534 | 280 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 48 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 267 | 177 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 103 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Shankarpura Kalan
Shankarpura Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ambada Ryt | North-West | 2.07 km |
| Deori Mal | South-West | 2.45 km |
| Neori Kalan | South-West | 2.95 km |
| Dabalikalan | North-East | 3.75 km |
| Borsal Ryt | North-West | 3.95 km |
| Sands Khurd | South-West | 4.53 km |
| Hingna Ryt | West | 4.55 km |
| Sands Kalan | South | 5.16 km |
| Ratagarh Ryt | North | 5.17 km |
| Nimna Ryt | West | 5.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shankarpura Kalan
Shankarpura Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chandni, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nepanagar to Shankarpura Kalan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Burhanpur to Shankarpura Kalan is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shankarpura Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shankarpura Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shankarpura Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shankarpura Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shankarpura Kalan
Where is Shankarpura Kalan located?
Shankarpura Kalan village is located in Nepanagar Tehsil, Burhanpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shankarpura Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Shankarpura Kalan is Deorimal.
What is the pincode of Shankarpura Kalan?
The pincode of Shankarpura Kalan is 450331.
What is the population of Shankarpura Kalan?
Shankarpura Kalan has a total population of 534, including 280 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Shankarpura Kalan?
There are 123 households in Shankarpura Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Shankarpura Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shankarpura Kalan is 50.00%. Male literacy is 63.21% and female literacy is 35.43%.