Shamkot
About Shamkot
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shamkot village is 035240. Shamkot village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 1682 hectares. Shamkot has a total population of 3,838 peoples, out of which male population is 2,013 while female population is 1,825. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 906 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shamkot village is 55.52% out of which 61.10% males and 49.37% females are literate. There are about 672 houses in shamkot village. Pincode of shamkot village locality is 152115.
When it comes to administration, Shamkot village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Shamkot village comes under Lambi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bathinda Lok Sabha constituency. Malout is nearest town to shamkot village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Shamkot
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,838 | 2,013 | 1,825 |
| Literate Population | 2,131 | 1,230 | 901 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,707 | 783 | 924 |
Connectivity of Shamkot
| 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 |
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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%.