Shamkot
Shamkot is a village located in Malout tehsil of Muktsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Malout (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Muktsar. As per 2009 stats, Shamkot village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shamkot unique in its vibrant Malout-Muktsar region. You’ll see Shamkot’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shamkot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shamkot is 035240. The village spans a total geographical area of 1682 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 152115. Malout is nearest town to Shamkot village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Shamkot 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 Lambi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bathinda Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shamkot
Population of Shamkot
According to the 2011 Census, Shamkot has a total population of about 3,838, with approximately 2,013 males and 1,825 females. The sex ratio is around 906 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 469 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,817 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.52%, with male literacy at about 61.10% and female literacy near 49.37%. There are around 672 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shamkot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,838 | 2,013 | 1,825 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 469 | 259 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,817 | 946 | 871 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,131 | 1,230 | 901 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,707 | 783 | 924 |
Connectivity of Shamkot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shamkot. As per the 2011 stats, Shamkot 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shamkot
Knowing the nearby villages of Shamkot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shamkot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shamkot
- Where is Shamkot located?
- Shamkot village is situated in Malout Tehsil, within the Muktsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shamkot?
- Shamkot serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shamkot?
- The pincode of Shamkot is 152115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shamkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shamkot is 3,838, with 2,013 males and 1,825 females.
- How many households are there in Shamkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shamkot village has a total of 672 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shamkot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shamkot is 55.52%. The male literacy rate is 61.10%, while the female literacy rate is 49.37%.