Gondi Shankar
Gondi Shankar is a village located in Jaora tehsil of Ratlam district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Jaora (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Ratlam. As per 2009 stats, Godisanker is the gram panchayat of Gondi Shankar village.
Here you can discover what makes Gondi Shankar unique in its vibrant Jaora-Ratlam region. You’ll see Gondi Shankar’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 Gondi Shankar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gondi Shankar is 470085. The village spans a total geographical area of 733.11 hectares. Jaora is nearest town to Gondi Shankar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gondi Shankar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jaora Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandsour Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gondi Shankar
Population of Gondi Shankar
According to the 2011 Census, Gondi Shankar has a total population of about 1,803, with approximately 974 males and 829 females. The sex ratio is around 851 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 229 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 328 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.84%, with male literacy at about 76.59% and female literacy near 51.03%. There are around 385 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gondi Shankar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,803 | 974 | 829 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 122 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 328 | 171 | 157 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,169 | 746 | 423 |
| Illiterate Population | 634 | 228 | 406 |
Connectivity of Gondi Shankar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gondi Shankar. As per the 2011 stats, Gondi Shankar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gondi Shankar
Knowing the nearby villages of Gondi Shankar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gondi Shankar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gondi Shankar
- Where is Gondi Shankar located?
- Gondi Shankar village is situated in Jaora Tehsil, within the Ratlam district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gondi Shankar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gondi Shankar is Godisanker (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gondi Shankar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gondi Shankar is 1,803, with 974 males and 829 females.
- How many households are there in Gondi Shankar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gondi Shankar village has a total of 385 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gondi Shankar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gondi Shankar is 64.84%. The male literacy rate is 76.59%, while the female literacy rate is 51.03%.