Shankarpur - Firozabad
Shankarpur is a village situated in the Firozabad tehsil of Firozabad district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Firozabad and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Davrai Firozabad. Shankarpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shankarpur is 125597. The village covers a total geographical area of 1387.32 hectares and falls under the 283203 pincode. Firozabad is the nearest town, located about 12 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 Shikohabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Firozabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shankarpur
As per Census 2011, Shankarpur village has a total population of 4,073 people, consisting of 2,177 males and 1,896 females. The village has 666 households and a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males. There are 898 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,565 literate and 2,508 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shankarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,073 | 2,177 | 1,896 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 898 | 480 | 418 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 29 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 1,565 | 1,101 | 464 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,508 | 1,076 | 1,432 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shahidpur | East | 2.21 km |
| Usmanpur | North-West | 2.25 km |
| Murawal | South | 2.47 km |
| Aie | South | 2.70 km |
| Nagla Haji | South-East | 2.91 km |
| Himayunpur Edoin | North | 3.46 km |
| Chandwar | North-East | 3.88 km |
| Mandua | East | 4.05 km |
| Mahra Chaudhri | South-East | 4.15 km |
| Indon | North | 4.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shankarpur
Shankarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Firozabad, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Firozabad to Shankarpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davrai Firozabad to Shankarpur is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shankarpur
Where is Shankarpur located?
Shankarpur village is located in Firozabad Tehsil, Firozabad district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shankarpur?
Shankarpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shankarpur?
The pincode of Shankarpur is 283203.
What is the population of Shankarpur?
Shankarpur has a total population of 4,073, including 2,177 males and 1,896 females.
How many households are there in Shankarpur?
There are 666 households in Shankarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shankarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shankarpur is 38.42%. Male literacy is 50.57% and female literacy is 24.47%.