Shankerpur
Shankerpur is a village located in Bhanpur tehsil of Basti district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Bhanpur (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Basti. As per 2009 stats, Shankarpur is the gram panchayat of Shankerpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Shankerpur unique in its vibrant Bhanpur-Basti 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 178494. The village spans a total geographical area of 199.04 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 272195. Basti is nearest town to Shankerpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Shankerpur
Population of Shankerpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shankerpur has a total population of about 1,995, with approximately 966 males and 1,029 females. The sex ratio is around 1065 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 347 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 557 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 7. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.58%, with male literacy at about 58.59% and female literacy near 43.05%. There are around 352 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 | 1,995 | 966 | 1,029 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 347 | 178 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 557 | 278 | 279 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,009 | 566 | 443 |
| Illiterate Population | 986 | 400 | 586 |
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 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available |
| Railway Station | Available |
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 Bhanpur Tehsil, within the Basti district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shankerpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shankerpur is Shankarpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shankerpur?
- The pincode of Shankerpur is 272195, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shankerpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shankerpur is 1,995, with 966 males and 1,029 females.
- How many households are there in Shankerpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shankerpur village has a total of 352 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shankerpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shankerpur is 50.58%. The male literacy rate is 58.59%, while the female literacy rate is 43.05%.