Shakarpur
Shakarpur is a village located in Jalandhar Ii tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Jalandhar - Ii (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Shakarpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shakarpur unique in its vibrant Jalandhar Ii-Jalandhar region. You’ll see Shakarpur’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 Shakarpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shakarpur is 030568. The village spans a total geographical area of 141.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144201. Bhogpur is nearest town to Shakarpur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Shakarpur
Population of Shakarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shakarpur has a total population of about 602, with approximately 303 males and 299 females. The sex ratio is around 986 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 87 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 491 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 69.44%, with male literacy at about 74.92% and female literacy near 63.88%. There are around 122 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shakarpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 602 | 303 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 42 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 491 | 245 | 246 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 418 | 227 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 76 | 108 |
Connectivity of Shakarpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shakarpur. As per the 2011 stats, Shakarpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shakarpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Shakarpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shakarpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shakarpur
- Where is Shakarpur located?
- Shakarpur village is situated in Jalandhar Ii Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shakarpur?
- Shakarpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shakarpur?
- The pincode of Shakarpur is 144201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shakarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shakarpur is 602, with 303 males and 299 females.
- How many households are there in Shakarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shakarpur village has a total of 122 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shakarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shakarpur is 69.44%. The male literacy rate is 74.92%, while the female literacy rate is 63.88%.