Shankarpur
Shankarpur is a village located in Lalganj tehsil of Azamgarh district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Lalganj (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Azamgarh. As per 2009 stats, Shankarpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shankarpur unique in its vibrant Lalganj-Azamgarh region. You’ll see Shankarpur’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 Shankarpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shankarpur is 195263. The village spans a total geographical area of 101.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 276303. Azamgarh is nearest town to Shankarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Shankarpur
Population of Shankarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shankarpur has a total population of about 1,031, with approximately 525 males and 506 females. The sex ratio is around 963 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 153 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 736 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 64.40%, with male literacy at about 71.62% and female literacy near 56.92%. There are around 152 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shankarpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,031 | 525 | 506 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 80 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 736 | 373 | 363 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 664 | 376 | 288 |
| Illiterate Population | 367 | 149 | 218 |
Connectivity of Shankarpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shankarpur. As per the 2011 stats, Shankarpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shankarpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Shankarpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shankarpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shankarpur
- Where is Shankarpur located?
- Shankarpur village is situated in Lalganj Tehsil, within the Azamgarh district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shankarpur?
- Shankarpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shankarpur?
- The pincode of Shankarpur is 276303, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shankarpur is 1,031, with 525 males and 506 females.
- How many households are there in Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shankarpur village has a total of 152 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shankarpur is 64.40%. The male literacy rate is 71.62%, while the female literacy rate is 56.92%.