Shankarpura Khurd - Nepanagar, Burhanpur
Shankarpura Khurd is a village situated in the Nepanagar tehsil of Burhanpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nepanagar and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Burhanpur. Deorimal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shankarpura Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shankarpura Khurd is 506380. The village covers a total geographical area of 375.79 hectares and falls under the 450331 pincode. Nepanagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Shankarpura Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shankarpura Khurd
As per Census 2011, Shankarpura Khurd village has a total population of 842 people, consisting of 434 males and 408 females. The village has 144 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 172 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 155 literate and 687 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 597 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shankarpura Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 842 | 434 | 408 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 91 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 597 | 302 | 295 |
| Literate Population | 155 | 97 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 687 | 337 | 350 |
Nearby Villages of Shankarpura Khurd
Shankarpura Khurd is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shankarpura Khurd
Shankarpura Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Shankarpura Khurd.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Khurd is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Burhanpur to Shankarpura Khurd is about 35 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 Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shankarpura Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shankarpura Khurd
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 Khurd 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Shankarpura Khurd
Where is Shankarpura Khurd located?
Shankarpura Khurd village is located in Nepanagar Tehsil, Burhanpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shankarpura Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Shankarpura Khurd is Deorimal.
What is the pincode of Shankarpura Khurd?
The pincode of Shankarpura Khurd is 450331.
What is the population of Shankarpura Khurd?
Shankarpura Khurd has a total population of 842, including 434 males and 408 females.
How many households are there in Shankarpura Khurd?
There are 144 households in Shankarpura Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Shankarpura Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shankarpura Khurd is 18.41%. Male literacy is 22.35% and female literacy is 14.22%.