Shankargaon
Shankargaon is a village located in Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Pandharpur (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Solapur. As per 2009 stats, Sankargaonnali is the gram panchayat of Shankargaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Shankargaon unique in its vibrant Pandharpur-Solapur region. You’ll see Shankargaon’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 Shankargaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shankargaon is 562391. The village spans a total geographical area of 686.82 hectares. Pandharpur is nearest town to Shankargaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shankargaon 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 Pandharpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Solapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shankargaon
Population of Shankargaon
According to the 2011 Census, Shankargaon has a total population of about 1,307, with approximately 694 males and 613 females. The sex ratio is around 883 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 202 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 247 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 253. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.51%, with male literacy at about 72.62% and female literacy near 51.06%. There are around 237 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shankargaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,307 | 694 | 613 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 98 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 247 | 138 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 253 | 131 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 817 | 504 | 313 |
| Illiterate Population | 490 | 190 | 300 |
Connectivity of Shankargaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shankargaon. As per the 2011 stats, Shankargaon 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 Shankargaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Shankargaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shankargaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shankargaon
- Where is Shankargaon located?
- Shankargaon village is situated in Pandharpur Tehsil, within the Solapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shankargaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shankargaon is Sankargaonnali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Shankargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shankargaon is 1,307, with 694 males and 613 females.
- How many households are there in Shankargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shankargaon village has a total of 237 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shankargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shankargaon is 62.51%. The male literacy rate is 72.62%, while the female literacy rate is 51.06%.