Shankargaon - Pandharpur, Solapur
Shankargaon is a village situated in the Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharpur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Sankargaonnali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shankargaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shankargaon is 562391. The village covers a total geographical area of 686.82 hectares and falls under the 413304 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Shankargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shankargaon
As per Census 2011, Shankargaon village has a total population of 1,307 people, consisting of 694 males and 613 females. The village has 237 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 202 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 817 literate and 490 illiterate residents. Additionally, 247 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 253 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shankargaon are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Shankargaon
Shankargaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pulujwadi | North-East | 2.41 km |
| Ambechincholi | South-West | 2.64 km |
| Nali | South-East | 2.77 km |
| Puluj | North | 4.28 km |
| Wadadegaon | South-East | 4.70 km |
| Sarkoli | West | 4.80 km |
| Bathan | South | 5.02 km |
| Ankoli | North-East | 5.08 km |
| Kothale | East | 5.35 km |
| Vite | North-West | 5.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shankargaon
Shankargaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Mundhewadi, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Shankargaon is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Shankargaon is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shankargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shankargaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shankargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shankargaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Shankargaon
Where is Shankargaon located?
Shankargaon village is located in Pandharpur Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shankargaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Shankargaon is Sankargaonnali.
What is the pincode of Shankargaon?
The pincode of Shankargaon is 413304.
What is the population of Shankargaon?
Shankargaon has a total population of 1,307, including 694 males and 613 females.
How many households are there in Shankargaon?
There are 237 households in Shankargaon.
What is the literacy rate in Shankargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shankargaon is 62.51%. Male literacy is 72.62% and female literacy is 51.06%.