Shankar
Shankar is a village located in Ludhiana East tehsil of Ludhiana district in Punjab, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Ludhiana (east) (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Ludhiana. As per 2009 stats, Shanker is the gram panchayat of Shankar village.
Shankar has its own place in the vibrant Ludhiana 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 033518. The village spans a total geographical area of 435 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 141206. Mullanpur Dakha is nearest town to Shankar village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Shankar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gill Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ludhiana Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shankar
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.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,002 | 1,124 | 878 |
| Illiterate Population | 764 | 325 | 439 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shankar village:
- The total population of Shankar village is around 2,766, including approximately 1,449 males and 1,317 females, with a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 297 children aged 0–6 years in Shankar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shankar village has 1,255 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Shankar village is about 72.38%, with male literacy at 77.57% and female literacy at 66.67%.
- There are around 538 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shankar
- Where is Shankar located?
- Shankar village is situated in Ludhiana East Tehsil, within the Ludhiana 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 141206, 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 2,766, with 1,449 males and 1,317 females.
- How many households are there in Shankar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shankar village has a total of 538 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shankar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shankar is 72.38%. The male literacy rate is 77.57%, while the female literacy rate is 66.67%.