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.

Shakarpur has its own place in the vibrant Jalandhar 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 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.

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Population of Shakarpur

Below is a concise population overview of Shakarpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shakarpur village:

  • The total population of Shakarpur village is around 602, including approximately 303 males and 299 females, with a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 87 children aged 0–6 years in Shakarpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shakarpur village has 491 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shakarpur village is about 69.44%, with male literacy at 74.92% and female literacy at 63.88%.
  • There are around 122 households in Shakarpur village.

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.

Mamandpur Jamalpur Singhpur Kotli Sazawar Pachranga Muchrowal Sada Chak Ghorewahi Kingra Chowala Jalalwal Alamgir

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%.