Shankarpur - Kusmi, Sidhi
Shankarpur is a village situated in the Kusmi tehsil of Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kusmi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Sidhi. Shankerpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shankarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shankarpur is 503267. The village covers a total geographical area of 185.03 hectares and falls under the 486669 pincode. Majhauli is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Shankarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shankarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shankarpur village had a total population of 809 people, including 413 males and 396 females, living in 184 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.22%, with male literacy at 72.51% and female literacy at 55.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 50, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 64.
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 | 809 | 413 | 396 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 71 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 28 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 33 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 429 | 248 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 380 | 165 | 215 |
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
Public transport in the Shankarpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Shankarpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Majhauli to Shankarpur is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sidhi to Shankarpur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. 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 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 Kusmi Tehsil, Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shankarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shankarpur is Shankerpur.
What is the pincode of Shankarpur?
The pincode of Shankarpur is 486669.
What is the population of Shankarpur?
Shankarpur had a total population of 809, including 413 males and 396 females.
How many households are there in Shankarpur?
Shankarpur had 184 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shankarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shankarpur was 64.22%. Male literacy was 72.51% and female literacy was 55.52%.