Shankar
About Shankar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shankar village is 029947. Shankar village is located in Nakodar tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Nakodar (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Shanker is the gram panchayat of Shankar village.
The total geographical area of village is 953 hectares. Shankar has a total population of 5,639 peoples, out of which male population is 2,900 while female population is 2,739. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 944 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shankar village is 75.08% out of which 78.48% males and 71.49% females are literate. There are about 1,186 houses in shankar village. Pincode of shankar village locality is 144042.
Nakodar is nearest town to shankar village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Shankar
The population details of Shankar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,639 | 2,900 | 2,739 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 538 | 292 | 246 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 2,238 | 1,140 | 1,098 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,234 | 2,276 | 1,958 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,405 | 624 | 781 |
Connectivity of Shankar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Shankar
Frequently Asked Questions about Shankar
Where is Shankar located?
Shankar village is situated in Nakodar Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shankar?
The Gram Panchayat of Shankar is Shanker (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shankar?
The pincode of Shankar is 144042, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shankar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shankar is 5,639, with 2,900 males and 2,739 females.
How many households are there in Shankar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shankar village has a total of 1,186 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shankar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shankar is 75.08%. The male literacy rate is 78.48%, while the female literacy rate is 71.49%.