Shankerpur Barjee - Allapur, Ambedkar Nagar
Shankerpur Barjee is a village situated in the Allapur tehsil of Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Allapur and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Ambedkar Nagar. Shankarpur Warji serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shankerpur Barjee village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shankerpur Barjee is 167697. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.15 hectares and falls under the 224137 pincode. Atrauliya is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Shankerpur Barjee village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shankerpur Barjee
As per Census 2011, Shankerpur Barjee village has a total population of 481 people, consisting of 233 males and 248 females. The village has 68 households and a sex ratio of 1,064 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 302 literate and 179 illiterate residents. Additionally, 141 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shankerpur Barjee are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 481 | 233 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 48 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 71 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 302 | 158 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 75 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Shankerpur Barjee
Shankerpur Barjee 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Allipur Berji | South-West | 0.71 km |
| Rampur Bax | West | 1.00 km |
| Bharatpur | East | 1.19 km |
| Gopalpur | North | 1.26 km |
| Tandwa Deoram | South-East | 1.33 km |
| Jogindapur | South-West | 1.46 km |
| Nathamalpur Hetharia | North-West | 1.52 km |
| Puragaur | North | 1.63 km |
| Thegipur | West | 1.69 km |
| Sankarpur Dharampur | North-East | 1.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shankerpur Barjee
Shankerpur Barjee is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Khorason Road, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Atrauliya to Shankerpur Barjee is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambedkar Nagar to Shankerpur Barjee is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shankerpur Barjee
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shankerpur Barjee village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shankerpur Barjee
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shankerpur Barjee village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shankerpur Barjee
Where is Shankerpur Barjee located?
Shankerpur Barjee village is located in Allapur Tehsil, Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shankerpur Barjee?
The Gram Panchayat of Shankerpur Barjee is Shankarpur Warji.
What is the pincode of Shankerpur Barjee?
The pincode of Shankerpur Barjee is 224137.
What is the population of Shankerpur Barjee?
Shankerpur Barjee has a total population of 481, including 233 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Shankerpur Barjee?
There are 68 households in Shankerpur Barjee.
What is the literacy rate in Shankerpur Barjee?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shankerpur Barjee is 62.79%. Male literacy is 67.81% and female literacy is 58.06%.