Shankarpura - Jamner, Jalgaon
Shankarpura is a village situated in the Jamner tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamner and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Nagan Kh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shankarpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shankarpura is 528128. The village covers a total geographical area of 335 hectares and falls under the 424206 pincode. Bhusaval is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Shankarpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raver Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shankarpura
According to the 2011 Census, Shankarpura village had a total population of 656 people, including 360 males and 296 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 822 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.23%, with male literacy at 92.54% and female literacy at 68.34%.
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 | 656 | 360 | 296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 65 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 450 | 273 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 87 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Shankarpura
Shankarpura is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Samrod | West | 1.62 km |
| Tighre Wadgaon | North | 2.35 km |
| Wadgaon Tighre | North-East | 2.68 km |
| Nagan Kh . | North-West | 2.84 km |
| Amkhede | South-West | 3.05 km |
| Kalkhede | North | 3.83 km |
| Moykhede Digar | South-East | 4.32 km |
| Savarle | South | 4.87 km |
| Devalasgaon | East | 5.36 km |
| Sargaon | North-East | 5.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shankarpura
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Shankarpura. The nearest railway station is Jamner, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhusaval to Shankarpura is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Shankarpura is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shankarpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shankarpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shankarpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shankarpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shankarpura
Where is Shankarpura located?
Shankarpura village is located in Jamner Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shankarpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Shankarpura is Nagan Kh.
What is the pincode of Shankarpura?
The pincode of Shankarpura is 424206.
What is the population of Shankarpura?
Shankarpura had a total population of 656, including 360 males and 296 females.
How many households are there in Shankarpura?
Shankarpura had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shankarpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shankarpura was 81.23%. Male literacy was 92.54% and female literacy was 68.34%.