Shankar

Shankar is a village 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.

Shankar 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 Shankar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shankar is 029947. The village spans a total geographical area of 953 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144042. Nakodar is nearest town to Shankar village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Shankar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 5,639 2,900 2,739
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 538 292 246
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2,238 1,140 1,098
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 4,234 2,276 1,958
Illiterate Population 1,405 624 781

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

  • The total population of Shankar village is around 5,639, including approximately 2,900 males and 2,739 females, with a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 538 children aged 0–6 years in Shankar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shankar village has 2,238 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shankar village is about 75.08%, with male literacy at 78.48% and female literacy at 71.49%.
  • There are around 1,186 households in Shankar village.

Connectivity of Shankar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shankar. As per the 2011 stats, Shankar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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

Knowing the nearby villages of Shankar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shankar.

Tahli Hussainabad Panjgrain Leel Sarih Sharakpur Muzaffarpur Chak Muglani Miranpur Jawinde Littran

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%.