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.
Shankarpur has its own place in the vibrant Nagpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
Google Map of Shankarpur
Population of Shankarpur
Below is a concise population overview of Shankarpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shankarpur village:
- The total population of Shankarpur village is around 665, including approximately 340 males and 325 females, with a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 79 children aged 0–6 years in Shankarpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shankarpur village has 142 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 37 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shankarpur village is about 76.84%, with male literacy at 79.71% and female literacy at 73.85%.
- There are around 158 households in Shankarpur village.
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%.