Shankarnagar
Shankarnagar is a village located in Armori tehsil of Gadchiroli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Armori (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Gadchiroli. As per 2009 stats, Shankarnagar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shankarnagar unique in its vibrant Armori-Gadchiroli region. You’ll see Shankarnagar’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 Shankarnagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shankarnagar is 538509. The village spans a total geographical area of 949 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 441208. Desaiganj is nearest town to Shankarnagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
Google Map of Shankarnagar
Population of Shankarnagar
According to the 2011 Census, Shankarnagar has a total population of about 1,210, with approximately 611 males and 599 females. The sex ratio is around 980 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 155 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.01%, with male literacy at about 75.45% and female literacy near 62.44%. There are around 273 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shankarnagar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,210 | 611 | 599 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 84 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 835 | 461 | 374 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 150 | 225 |
Connectivity of Shankarnagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shankarnagar. As per the 2011 stats, Shankarnagar 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 Shankarnagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Shankarnagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shankarnagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shankarnagar
- Where is Shankarnagar located?
- Shankarnagar village is situated in Armori Tehsil, within the Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shankarnagar?
- Shankarnagar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shankarnagar?
- The pincode of Shankarnagar is 441208, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shankarnagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shankarnagar is 1,210, with 611 males and 599 females.
- How many households are there in Shankarnagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shankarnagar village has a total of 273 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shankarnagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shankarnagar is 69.01%. The male literacy rate is 75.45%, while the female literacy rate is 62.44%.