Shanker Garh
Shanker Garh is a village located in Koil tehsil of Aligarh district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Koil (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Aligarh. As per 2009 stats, Shanker Garh village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shanker Garh unique in its vibrant Koil-Aligarh region. You’ll see Shanker Garh’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 Shanker Garh
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shanker Garh is 122650. The village spans a total geographical area of 137.8 hectares. Sirau is nearest town to Shanker Garh village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Shanker Garh
Population of Shanker Garh
According to the 2011 Census, Shanker Garh has a total population of about 1,126, with approximately 585 males and 541 females. The sex ratio is around 924 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 219 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 410 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 57.19%, with male literacy at about 66.15% and female literacy near 47.50%. There are around 178 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shanker Garh's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,126 | 585 | 541 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 116 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 410 | 216 | 194 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 644 | 387 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 482 | 198 | 284 |
Connectivity of Shanker Garh
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shanker Garh. As per the 2011 stats, Shanker Garh 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shanker Garh
Knowing the nearby villages of Shanker Garh helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shanker Garh.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shanker Garh
- Where is Shanker Garh located?
- Shanker Garh village is situated in Koil Tehsil, within the Aligarh district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shanker Garh?
- Shanker Garh serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Shanker Garh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shanker Garh is 1,126, with 585 males and 541 females.
- How many households are there in Shanker Garh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shanker Garh village has a total of 178 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shanker Garh as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shanker Garh is 57.19%. The male literacy rate is 66.15%, while the female literacy rate is 47.50%.