Shankarpur
Shankarpur is a village located in Bikapur tehsil of Faizabad district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 29km away from sub-district headquarter Bikapur. (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Faizabad. As per 2009 stats, Shankarpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shankarpur unique in its vibrant Bikapur-Faizabad region. You’ll see Shankarpur’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 Shankarpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shankarpur is 166612. The village spans a total geographical area of 244.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 224208. Bikapur is nearest town to Shankarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
Google Map of Shankarpur
Population of Shankarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shankarpur has a total population of about 2,006, with approximately 939 males and 1,067 females. The sex ratio is around 1136 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 387 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 449 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.80%, with male literacy at about 59.85% and female literacy near 40.96%. There are around 363 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shankarpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,006 | 939 | 1,067 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 387 | 202 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 449 | 207 | 242 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 999 | 562 | 437 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,007 | 377 | 630 |
Connectivity of Shankarpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shankarpur. As per the 2011 stats, Shankarpur 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 within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shankarpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Shankarpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shankarpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shankarpur
- Where is Shankarpur located?
- Shankarpur village is situated in Bikapur Tehsil, within the Faizabad district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shankarpur?
- Shankarpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shankarpur?
- The pincode of Shankarpur is 224208, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shankarpur is 2,006, with 939 males and 1,067 females.
- How many households are there in Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shankarpur village has a total of 363 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shankarpur is 49.80%. The male literacy rate is 59.85%, while the female literacy rate is 40.96%.