Shankarpur - Nagpur (Rural), Nagpur
Shankarpur is a village situated in the Nagpur (Rural) tehsil of Nagpur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from Nagpur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Welahari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shankarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shankarpur is 535878. The village covers a total geographical area of 351.47 hectares and falls under the 440037 pincode. Nagpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Shankarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kamthi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramtek Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shankarpur
As per Census 2011, Shankarpur village has a total population of 665 people, consisting of 340 males and 325 females. The village has 158 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 511 literate and 154 illiterate residents. Additionally, 142 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 37 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shankarpur are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Shankarpur
Shankarpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shankarpur
Public transport in the Shankarpur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Shankarpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nagpur to Shankarpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shankarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shankarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shankarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shankarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shankarpur
Where is Shankarpur located?
Shankarpur village is located in Nagpur (Rural) Tehsil, Nagpur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shankarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shankarpur is Welahari.
What is the pincode of Shankarpur?
The pincode of Shankarpur is 440037.
What is the population of Shankarpur?
Shankarpur has a total population of 665, including 340 males and 325 females.
How many households are there in Shankarpur?
There are 158 households in Shankarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shankarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shankarpur is 76.84%. Male literacy is 79.71% and female literacy is 73.85%.