Shankar Nagar
Shankar Nagar is a village located in Sarangpur tehsil of Rajgarh district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Sarangpur (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Rajgarh. As per 2009 stats, Eichiwada is the gram panchayat of Shankar Nagar village.
Here you can discover what makes Shankar Nagar unique in its vibrant Sarangpur-Rajgarh region. You’ll see Shankar Nagar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shankar Nagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shankar Nagar is 480060. The village spans a total geographical area of 237.14 hectares. Sarangpur is nearest town to Shankar Nagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Shankar Nagar
Population of Shankar Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Shankar Nagar has a total population of about 366, with approximately 192 males and 174 females. The sex ratio is around 906 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 63 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 232 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.28%, with male literacy at about 66.67% and female literacy near 38.51%. There are around 95 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shankar Nagar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 366 | 192 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 34 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 232 | 126 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 195 | 128 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 64 | 107 |
Connectivity of Shankar Nagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shankar Nagar. As per the 2011 stats, Shankar Nagar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shankar Nagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Shankar Nagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shankar Nagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shankar Nagar
- Where is Shankar Nagar located?
- Shankar Nagar village is situated in Sarangpur Tehsil, within the Rajgarh district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shankar Nagar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shankar Nagar is Eichiwada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Shankar Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shankar Nagar is 366, with 192 males and 174 females.
- How many households are there in Shankar Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shankar Nagar village has a total of 95 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shankar Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shankar Nagar is 53.28%. The male literacy rate is 66.67%, while the female literacy rate is 38.51%.