Shankarpur
Shankarpur is a village located in Chimur tehsil of Chandrapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Chimur (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Chandrapur. As per 2009 stats, Shankarpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shankarpur unique in its vibrant Chimur-Chandrapur region. You’ll see Shankarpur’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 Shankarpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shankarpur is 540462. The village spans a total geographical area of 842.93 hectares. Warora is nearest town to Shankarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 58km away.
Google Map of Shankarpur
Population of Shankarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shankarpur has a total population of about 6,280, with approximately 3,132 males and 3,148 females. The sex ratio is around 1005 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 669 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,178 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,253. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.55%, with male literacy at about 74.33% and female literacy near 64.80%. There are around 1,571 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shankarpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,280 | 3,132 | 3,148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 669 | 345 | 324 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,178 | 560 | 618 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,253 | 620 | 633 |
| Literate Population | 4,368 | 2,328 | 2,040 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,912 | 804 | 1,108 |
Connectivity of Shankarpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shankarpur. As per the 2011 stats, Shankarpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shankarpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Shankarpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shankarpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shankarpur
- Where is Shankarpur located?
- Shankarpur village is situated in Chimur Tehsil, within the Chandrapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shankarpur?
- Shankarpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shankarpur is 6,280, with 3,132 males and 3,148 females.
- How many households are there in Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shankarpur village has a total of 1,571 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shankarpur is 69.55%. The male literacy rate is 74.33%, while the female literacy rate is 64.80%.