Shankarpur - Parasia, Chhindwara
Shankarpur is a village situated in the Parasia tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parasia and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Sabladhana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shankarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shankarpur is 494767. The village covers a total geographical area of 678.67 hectares and falls under the 480441 pincode. Dongar Parasia is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Shankarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shankarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shankarpur village had a total population of 271 people, including 138 males and 133 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.83%, with male literacy at 73.73% and female literacy at 53.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 246.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 271 | 138 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 246 | 126 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 150 | 87 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 51 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Shankarpur
Shankarpur 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 Shankarpur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Shankarpur.
| 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 Dongar Parasia to Shankarpur is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Shankarpur 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 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shankarpur
Where is Shankarpur located?
Shankarpur village is located in Parasia Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shankarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shankarpur is Sabladhana.
What is the pincode of Shankarpur?
The pincode of Shankarpur is 480441.
What is the population of Shankarpur?
Shankarpur had a total population of 271, including 138 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Shankarpur?
Shankarpur had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shankarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shankarpur was 63.83%. Male literacy was 73.73% and female literacy was 53.85%.