Shankarpur - Harraiya, Basti
Shankarpur is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Bichhiya Mishra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shankarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shankarpur is 178999. The village covers a total geographical area of 82.28 hectares and falls under the 272129 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Shankarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shankarpur
As per Census 2011, Shankarpur village has a total population of 728 people, consisting of 375 males and 353 females. The village has 99 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 441 literate and 287 illiterate residents. Additionally, 129 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shankarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 728 | 375 | 353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 53 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 71 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 441 | 269 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 287 | 106 | 181 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pahiyadih | South-East | 0.82 km |
| Kanja Tiwari | South | 0.97 km |
| Mandaf | North-East | 1.16 km |
| Jagannathpur | North-West | 1.17 km |
| Chak Noor | South-West | 1.40 km |
| Chakrim | South-West | 1.41 km |
| Bichhiya Misra | East | 1.65 km |
| Kanikapur | South | 1.67 km |
| Nandaur Mafi | South-East | 1.71 km |
| Dev Gaon | North | 1.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shankarpur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Shankarpur. The nearest railway station is Parsa Tewari, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Shankarpur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Shankarpur is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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 Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shankarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shankarpur is Bichhiya Mishra.
What is the pincode of Shankarpur?
The pincode of Shankarpur is 272129.
What is the population of Shankarpur?
Shankarpur has a total population of 728, including 375 males and 353 females.
How many households are there in Shankarpur?
There are 99 households in Shankarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shankarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shankarpur is 60.58%. Male literacy is 71.73% and female literacy is 48.73%.