Shankarpur - Belthara Road, Ballia
Shankarpur is a village situated in the Belthara Road tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belthara Road and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Chhitkiyan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shankarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shankarpur is 197786. The village covers a total geographical area of 30.88 hectares and falls under the 221718 pincode.
Shankarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthara Road Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salempur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shankarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shankarpur village had a total population of 221 people, including 116 males and 105 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.80%, with male literacy at 91.84% and female literacy at 53.93%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 221 | 116 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 90 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 26 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Shankarpur
Shankarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Masuria | South | 0.95 km |
| Supapali | South-East | 1.19 km |
| Khandwa Rajpur | North-East | 1.38 km |
| Dariapur | North | 1.52 km |
| Charouan | West | 1.64 km |
| Bisruf | South | 1.85 km |
| Adlispur | North | 2.22 km |
| Rupwar Bhagwanpur | South-West | 2.23 km |
| Naurangia | East | 2.29 km |
| Jamuaon Khanpur | North-East | 2.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shankarpur
Shankarpur 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 Gobindpur Dugli, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ballia to Shankarpur is about 70 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 Shankarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shankarpur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shankarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shankarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shankarpur
Where is Shankarpur located?
Shankarpur village is located in Belthara Road Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shankarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shankarpur is Chhitkiyan.
What is the pincode of Shankarpur?
The pincode of Shankarpur is 221718.
What is the population of Shankarpur?
Shankarpur had a total population of 221, including 116 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Shankarpur?
Shankarpur had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shankarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shankarpur was 73.80%. Male literacy was 91.84% and female literacy was 53.93%.