Chak Shankarpur - Chinour, Gwalior
Chak Shankarpur is a village situated in the Chinour tehsil of Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chinour and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Gwalior. Jhankari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Shankarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Shankarpur is 454302. The village covers a total geographical area of 223 hectares and falls under the 475001 pincode. Dabra is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Chak 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 Bhitarwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Shankarpur
As per Census 2011, Chak Shankarpur village has a total population of 457 people, consisting of 250 males and 207 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 828 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 264 literate and 193 illiterate residents. Additionally, 457 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Shankarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 457 | 250 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 457 | 250 | 207 |
| Literate Population | 264 | 183 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 67 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Shankarpur
Chak 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 Chak Shankarpur
Public transport in the Chak Shankarpur is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Dabra to Chak Shankarpur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gwalior to Chak 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 Chak Shankarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak 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 Chak 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 Chak 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 Chak Shankarpur
Where is Chak Shankarpur located?
Chak Shankarpur village is located in Chinour Tehsil, Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Shankarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Shankarpur is Jhankari.
What is the pincode of Chak Shankarpur?
The pincode of Chak Shankarpur is 475001.
What is the population of Chak Shankarpur?
Chak Shankarpur has a total population of 457, including 250 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Chak Shankarpur?
There are 90 households in Chak Shankarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Shankarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Shankarpur is 57.77%. Male literacy is 73.20% and female literacy is 39.13%.