Shankarpur
About Shankarpur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shankarpur village is 538485. Shankarpur village is located in Desaiganj tehsil of Gadchiroli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Desaiganj (vadasa) (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Gadchiroli. As per 2009 stats, Shankarpur village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 669.23 hectares. Shankarpur has a total population of 1,415 peoples, out of which male population is 692 while female population is 723. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1044 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shankarpur village is 66.78% out of which 72.25% males and 61.55% females are literate. There are about 352 houses in shankarpur village.
Desaiganj is nearest town to shankarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
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Population of Shankarpur
The population details of Shankarpur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,415 | 692 | 723 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 155 | 73 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 215 | 108 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 945 | 500 | 445 |
| Illiterate Population | 470 | 192 | 278 |
Connectivity of Shankarpur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shankarpur
Where is Shankarpur located?
Shankarpur village is situated in Desaiganj Tehsil, within the Gadchiroli 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 1,415, with 692 males and 723 females.
How many households are there in Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shankarpur village has a total of 352 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shankarpur is 66.78%. The male literacy rate is 72.25%, while the female literacy rate is 61.55%.