Shankarpura - Ladpura, Kota
Shankarpura is a village situated in the Ladpura tehsil of Kota district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ladpura and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Kota. Baniyani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shankarpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shankarpura is 102087. The village covers a total geographical area of 1032 hectares and falls under the 325001 pincode. Kota is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Shankarpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ladpura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kota Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shankarpura
As per Census 2011, Shankarpura village has a total population of 864 people, consisting of 459 males and 405 females. The village has 154 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 120 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 489 literate and 375 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 194 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shankarpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 864 | 459 | 405 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 81 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 194 | 108 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 489 | 282 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 177 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Shankarpura
Shankarpura is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhipan Heri | North-West | 1.29 km |
| Charan Heri | North-East | 1.99 km |
| Seemalheri | South-East | 2.06 km |
| Peepal Heri | North | 2.71 km |
| Parlya | North-East | 2.74 km |
| Barodiya | North-West | 3.60 km |
| Khanpuriya | South-West | 4.02 km |
| Arlya Jageer | North | 4.31 km |
| Arand Khera | East | 5.14 km |
| Deeppura | East | 5.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shankarpura
Shankarpura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dhani Kasar, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kota to Shankarpura is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shankarpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shankarpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shankarpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shankarpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shankarpura
Where is Shankarpura located?
Shankarpura village is located in Ladpura Tehsil, Kota district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shankarpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Shankarpura is Baniyani.
What is the pincode of Shankarpura?
The pincode of Shankarpura is 325001.
What is the population of Shankarpura?
Shankarpura has a total population of 864, including 459 males and 405 females.
How many households are there in Shankarpura?
There are 154 households in Shankarpura.
What is the literacy rate in Shankarpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shankarpura is 56.60%. Male literacy is 61.44% and female literacy is 51.11%.