Shankargarh - Karera, Shivpuri
Shankargarh is a village situated in the Karera tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karera and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Paragad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shankargarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shankargarh is 455622. The village covers a total geographical area of 265 hectares and falls under the 473660 pincode. Karera is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Shankargarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shankargarh
According to the 2011 Census, Shankargarh village had a total population of 281 people, including 153 males and 128 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 837 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.94%, with male literacy at 79.51% and female literacy at 48.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 281 | 153 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 31 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 150 | 97 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 56 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Shankargarh
Shankargarh 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 Shankargarh
Shankargarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Karera to Shankargarh is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Shankargarh is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shankargarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shankargarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shankargarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shankargarh 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shankargarh
Where is Shankargarh located?
Shankargarh village is located in Karera Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shankargarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Shankargarh is Paragad.
What is the pincode of Shankargarh?
The pincode of Shankargarh is 473660.
What is the population of Shankargarh?
Shankargarh had a total population of 281, including 153 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Shankargarh?
Shankargarh had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shankargarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shankargarh was 64.94%. Male literacy was 79.51% and female literacy was 48.62%.