Shankarpur - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Shankarpur is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Shankarpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shankarpur is 187249. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.12 hectares and falls under the 273212 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 50 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 Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shankarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shankarpur village had a total population of 568 people, including 267 males and 301 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 1,127 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.78%, with male literacy at 87.56% and female literacy at 70.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 33.
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 | 568 | 267 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 42 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 13 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 375 | 197 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 70 | 123 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lakhua Pakar | South | 0.93 km |
| Parouli | East | 0.94 km |
| Kotia Kolahal | South-East | 1.08 km |
| Baghaila Tappa Belghat | North-West | 1.10 km |
| Balua Bhawani Baksasingh | North | 1.31 km |
| Kotia Patti | South-East | 1.60 km |
| Bala Chak | South | 1.69 km |
| Kuwa (tappa Belghat) | North | 1.89 km |
| Bahra Dandi | South-West | 1.91 km |
| Dheku Nadh | South-East | 1.93 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 Maghar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gorakhpur to Shankarpur is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Shankarpur 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 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur 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 273212.
What is the population of Shankarpur?
Shankarpur had a total population of 568, including 267 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Shankarpur?
Shankarpur had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shankarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shankarpur was 78.78%. Male literacy was 87.56% and female literacy was 70.92%.