Shankar Pur - Jakhania, Ghazipur
Shankar Pur is a village situated in the Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakhanian and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Sankarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shankar Pur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shankar Pur is 203535. The village covers a total geographical area of 172.85 hectares and falls under the 275202 pincode.
Shankar Pur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jakhanian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shankar Pur
As per Census 2011, Shankar Pur village has a total population of 1,259 people, consisting of 603 males and 656 females. The village has 188 households and a sex ratio of 1,087 females per 1,000 males. There are 209 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 712 literate and 547 illiterate residents. Additionally, 413 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 103 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shankar Pur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,259 | 603 | 656 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 102 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 413 | 203 | 210 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 103 | 48 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 712 | 410 | 302 |
| Illiterate Population | 547 | 193 | 354 |
Nearby Villages of Shankar Pur
Shankar Pur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Orarae | West | 0.95 km |
| Kothiya | North | 1.41 km |
| Vithria | North-West | 1.58 km |
| Malethi | East | 1.87 km |
| Kudanpur | North | 2.13 km |
| Harsarpur | North-East | 2.33 km |
| Sonhara | West | 2.42 km |
| Kesrua | South-West | 2.44 km |
| Nijampur | North | 2.50 km |
| Jamsara | West | 2.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shankar Pur
Shankar Pur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dullahapur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ghazipur to Shankar Pur is about 25 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 Shankar Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shankar Pur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shankar Pur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shankar Pur 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) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Shankar Pur
Where is Shankar Pur located?
Shankar Pur village is located in Jakhania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shankar Pur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shankar Pur is Sankarpur.
What is the pincode of Shankar Pur?
The pincode of Shankar Pur is 275202.
What is the population of Shankar Pur?
Shankar Pur has a total population of 1,259, including 603 males and 656 females.
How many households are there in Shankar Pur?
There are 188 households in Shankar Pur.
What is the literacy rate in Shankar Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shankar Pur is 56.55%. Male literacy is 67.99% and female literacy is 46.04%.