Shankar Chak - Saidpur, Ghazipur
Shankar Chak is a village situated in the Saidpur tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saidpur and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Fardiha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shankar Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shankar Chak is 204207. The village covers a total geographical area of 9.5 hectares and falls under the 233223 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Shankar Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saidpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shankar Chak
As per Census 2011, Shankar Chak village has a total population of 61 people, consisting of 26 males and 35 females. The village has 8 households and a sex ratio of 1,346 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 47 literate and 14 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shankar Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 61 | 26 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 1 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 1 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Shankar Chak
Shankar Chak 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Gosaipur | South-East | 0.67 km |
| Tandwa | North-East | 0.92 km |
| Lolhata | South-East | 1.16 km |
| Arazi Ameda | North-East | 1.47 km |
| Rehati | West | 1.51 km |
| Bawriya | North-East | 1.63 km |
| Jameen Asandal | North | 1.63 km |
| Rajhari | West | 1.86 km |
| Dhara | East | 1.93 km |
| Fardiha | South | 2.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shankar Chak
Shankar Chak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Faridaha Halt, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghazipur to Shankar Chak is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Shankar Chak is about 51 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 Shankar Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shankar Chak 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shankar Chak
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 Chak 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 Shankar Chak
Where is Shankar Chak located?
Shankar Chak village is located in Saidpur Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shankar Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Shankar Chak is Fardiha.
What is the pincode of Shankar Chak?
The pincode of Shankar Chak is 233223.
What is the population of Shankar Chak?
Shankar Chak has a total population of 61, including 26 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Shankar Chak?
There are 8 households in Shankar Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Shankar Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shankar Chak is 77.05%. Male literacy is 96.15% and female literacy is 62.86%.