Shankerpur
Shankerpur is a village located in Handia tehsil of Allahabad district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Handia (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Allahabad. As per 2009 stats, Shankerpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shankerpur unique in its vibrant Handia-Allahabad region. You’ll see Shankerpur’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 Shankerpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shankerpur is 162743. The village spans a total geographical area of 141.6 hectares. Allahabad is nearest town to Shankerpur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Shankerpur
Population of Shankerpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shankerpur has a total population of about 2,197, with approximately 1,170 males and 1,027 females. The sex ratio is around 877 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 394 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 600 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 52.98%, with male literacy at about 61.97% and female literacy near 42.75%. There are around 302 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shankerpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,197 | 1,170 | 1,027 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 394 | 220 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 600 | 343 | 257 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,164 | 725 | 439 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,033 | 445 | 588 |
Connectivity of Shankerpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shankerpur. As per the 2011 stats, Shankerpur 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shankerpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Shankerpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shankerpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shankerpur
- Where is Shankerpur located?
- Shankerpur village is situated in Handia Tehsil, within the Allahabad district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shankerpur?
- Shankerpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Shankerpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shankerpur is 2,197, with 1,170 males and 1,027 females.
- How many households are there in Shankerpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shankerpur village has a total of 302 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shankerpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shankerpur is 52.98%. The male literacy rate is 61.97%, while the female literacy rate is 42.75%.