Shankerpur - Nagina, Bijnor
Shankerpur is a village situated in the Nagina tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagina and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Sulemanpurshikohpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shankerpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shankerpur is 112571. The village covers a total geographical area of 144.44 hectares and falls under the 246763 pincode. Bijnor is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Shankerpur 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 Barhapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Moradabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shankerpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shankerpur village had a total population of 54 people, including 33 males and 21 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 636 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.33%, with male literacy at 82.76% and female literacy at 84.21%.
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 | 54 | 33 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 24 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 9 | 5 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajpur Kot | North-East | 1.15 km |
| Telipara | East | 1.95 km |
| Kouriya | North | 2.16 km |
| Murtajabad | South | 2.22 km |
| Haloowali | South-West | 2.35 km |
| Sanywala | West | 2.46 km |
| Lalpani Walli | North-East | 2.85 km |
| Saboowala | South-West | 2.93 km |
| Lalpani Palli | North-East | 3.20 km |
| Sulema Shikohpur | South-East | 3.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shankerpur
Public transport in the Shankerpur is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Saneh Road, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bijnor to Shankerpur is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shankerpur
Where is Shankerpur located?
Shankerpur village is located in Nagina Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shankerpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shankerpur is Sulemanpurshikohpur.
What is the pincode of Shankerpur?
The pincode of Shankerpur is 246763.
What is the population of Shankerpur?
Shankerpur had a total population of 54, including 33 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Shankerpur?
Shankerpur had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shankerpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shankerpur was 83.33%. Male literacy was 82.76% and female literacy was 84.21%.