Shankarpur - Kolaras, Shivpuri
Shankarpur is a village situated in the Kolaras tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kolaras and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Chilawad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shankarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shankarpur is 455842. The village covers a total geographical area of 303.73 hectares and falls under the 473774 pincode. Shivpuri 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
As per Census 2011, Shankarpur village has a total population of 179 people, consisting of 90 males and 89 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 78 literate and 101 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shankarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 179 | 90 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 78 | 49 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 41 | 60 |
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
Shankarpur 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 <5 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 Shivpuri to Shankarpur is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Shankarpur
Where is Shankarpur located?
Shankarpur village is located in Kolaras Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shankarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shankarpur is Chilawad.
What is the pincode of Shankarpur?
The pincode of Shankarpur is 473774.
What is the population of Shankarpur?
Shankarpur has a total population of 179, including 90 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Shankarpur?
There are 42 households in Shankarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shankarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shankarpur is 43.58%. Male literacy is 54.44% and female literacy is 32.58%.