Shankarpura
Shankarpura is a village located in Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Batala (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Shankarpur is the gram panchayat of Shankarpura village.
Here you can discover what makes Shankarpura unique in its vibrant Batala-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Shankarpura’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 Shankarpura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shankarpura is 028791. The village spans a total geographical area of 160 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143507. Batala is nearest town to Shankarpura village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Shankarpura
Population of Shankarpura
According to the 2011 Census, Shankarpura has a total population of about 1,524, with approximately 785 males and 739 females. The sex ratio is around 941 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 191 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 630 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.55%, with male literacy at about 71.97% and female literacy near 66.98%. There are around 284 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shankarpura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,524 | 785 | 739 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 107 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 630 | 327 | 303 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,060 | 565 | 495 |
| Illiterate Population | 464 | 220 | 244 |
Connectivity of Shankarpura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shankarpura. As per the 2011 stats, Shankarpura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shankarpura
Knowing the nearby villages of Shankarpura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shankarpura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shankarpura
- Where is Shankarpura located?
- Shankarpura village is situated in Batala Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shankarpura?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shankarpura is Shankarpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shankarpura?
- The pincode of Shankarpura is 143507, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shankarpura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shankarpura is 1,524, with 785 males and 739 females.
- How many households are there in Shankarpura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shankarpura village has a total of 284 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shankarpura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shankarpura is 69.55%. The male literacy rate is 71.97%, while the female literacy rate is 66.98%.