Shankerpur - Bhanpur, Basti
Shankerpur is a village situated in the Bhanpur tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanpur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Shankarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shankerpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shankerpur is 178494. The village covers a total geographical area of 199.04 hectares and falls under the 272195 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Shankerpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rudhauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shankerpur
As per Census 2011, Shankerpur village has a total population of 1,995 people, consisting of 966 males and 1,029 females. The village has 352 households and a sex ratio of 1,065 females per 1,000 males. There are 347 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,009 literate and 986 illiterate residents. Additionally, 557 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shankerpur are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Shankerpur
Shankerpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chitir Gawan | North-East | 1.36 km |
| Adampur | South | 1.40 km |
| Bholapur | West | 1.40 km |
| Tenduhna | North-West | 1.60 km |
| Pakri | East | 1.64 km |
| Chandokha | West | 1.72 km |
| Jogia | East | 1.86 km |
| Piraila Narharia | North | 2.06 km |
| Shekhapur Chak Dost Mohammad | South-West | 2.18 km |
| Mailani Saheb Wajid | South | 2.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shankerpur
Shankerpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Babhnan, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Shankerpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Shankerpur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shankerpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shankerpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shankerpur
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 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Shankerpur
Where is Shankerpur located?
Shankerpur village is located in Bhanpur Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shankerpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shankerpur is Shankarpur.
What is the pincode of Shankerpur?
The pincode of Shankerpur is 272195.
What is the population of Shankerpur?
Shankerpur has a total population of 1,995, including 966 males and 1,029 females.
How many households are there in Shankerpur?
There are 352 households in Shankerpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shankerpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shankerpur is 50.58%. Male literacy is 58.59% and female literacy is 43.05%.