Shankarpur - Saidpur, Ghazipur
Shankarpur is a village situated in the Saidpur tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saidpur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Raispur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shankarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shankarpur is 204440. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.37 hectares and falls under the 233304 pincode.
Shankarpur 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 Saidpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shankarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shankarpur village had a total population of 335 people, including 172 males and 163 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.65%, with male literacy at 93.01% and female literacy at 66.20%.
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 | 335 | 172 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 29 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 133 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 39 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Shankarpur
Shankarpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shankarpur
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Shankarpur. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Shankarpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ghazipur to Shankarpur is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Shankarpur
Where is Shankarpur located?
Shankarpur village is located in Saidpur Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shankarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shankarpur is Raispur.
What is the pincode of Shankarpur?
The pincode of Shankarpur is 233304.
What is the population of Shankarpur?
Shankarpur had a total population of 335, including 172 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Shankarpur?
Shankarpur had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shankarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shankarpur was 79.65%. Male literacy was 93.01% and female literacy was 66.20%.