Shankar - Ludhiana (East), Ludhiana
Shankar is a village situated in the Ludhiana (East) tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ludhiana (east) and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Shanker serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shankar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shankar is 033518. The village covers a total geographical area of 435 hectares and falls under the 141206 pincode. Mullanpur Dakha is the nearest town.
Shankar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gill Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ludhiana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shankar
According to the 2011 Census, Shankar village had a total population of 2,766 people, including 1,449 males and 1,317 females, living in 538 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.09%, with male literacy at 86.59% and female literacy at 74.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,255.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,766 | 1,449 | 1,317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 297 | 151 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,255 | 656 | 599 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,002 | 1,124 | 878 |
| Illiterate Population | 764 | 325 | 439 |
Nearby Villages of Shankar
Shankar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shankar
Shankar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ludhiana to Shankar is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shankar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shankar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shankar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shankar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shankar
Where is Shankar located?
Shankar village is located in Ludhiana (East) Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shankar?
The Gram Panchayat of Shankar is Shanker.
What is the pincode of Shankar?
The pincode of Shankar is 141206.
What is the population of Shankar?
Shankar had a total population of 2,766, including 1,449 males and 1,317 females.
How many households are there in Shankar?
Shankar had 538 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shankar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shankar was 81.09%. Male literacy was 86.59% and female literacy was 74.98%.