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.
Shankargaon has its own place in the vibrant Solapur 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 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.
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Population of Shankargaon
Below is a concise population overview of Shankargaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shankargaon village:
- The total population of Shankargaon village is around 1,307, including approximately 694 males and 613 females, with a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 202 children aged 0–6 years in Shankargaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shankargaon village has 247 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 253 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shankargaon village is about 62.51%, with male literacy at 72.62% and female literacy at 51.06%.
- There are around 237 households in Shankargaon village.
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) |
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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%.