Shankarpur

Shankarpur is a village located in Nagpur Rural tehsil of Nagpur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Nagpur (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Nagpur. As per 2009 stats, Welahari is the gram panchayat of Shankarpur village.

Here you can discover what makes Shankarpur unique in its vibrant Nagpur Rural-Nagpur 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 535878. The village spans a total geographical area of 351.47 hectares. Nagpur is nearest town to Shankarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Shankarpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kamthi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ramtek Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Shankarpur

According to the 2011 Census, Shankarpur has a total population of about 665, with approximately 340 males and 325 females. The sex ratio is around 955 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 79 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 142 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 37. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.84%, with male literacy at about 79.71% and female literacy near 73.85%. There are around 158 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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 665 340 325
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 79 42 37
Scheduled Castes (SC) 142 75 67
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 37 21 16
Literate Population 511 271 240
Illiterate Population 154 69 85

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 Nagpur Rural Tehsil, within the Nagpur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shankarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shankarpur is Welahari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shankarpur is 665, with 340 males and 325 females.
How many households are there in Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shankarpur village has a total of 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shankarpur is 76.84%. The male literacy rate is 79.71%, while the female literacy rate is 73.85%.