Shankar Pur - Malihabad, Lucknow
Shankar Pur is a village situated in the Malihabad tehsil of Lucknow district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malihabad and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Lucknow. Shankar Pur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shankar Pur is 143012. The village covers a total geographical area of 221.08 hectares and falls under the 226104 pincode.
Shankar Pur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Shankar Pur
According to the 2011 Census, Shankar Pur village had a total population of 1,906 people, including 1,018 males and 888 females, living in 348 households. The sex ratio was 872 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.27%, with male literacy at 78.59% and female literacy at 56.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,461.
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 | 1,906 | 1,018 | 888 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 283 | 154 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,461 | 785 | 676 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,108 | 679 | 429 |
| Illiterate Population | 798 | 339 | 459 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Akbar Pur | South-East | 1.04 km |
| Godhan | West | 1.34 km |
| Bhelam Pur | North-West | 1.87 km |
| Devari Ganja | East | 2.09 km |
| Pakara | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Saleh Nagar | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Birpur | North-East | 2.29 km |
| Gumsena | South | 2.29 km |
| Basant Pur | North-West | 2.43 km |
| Didhara | North-East | 3.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shankar Pur
Shankar Pur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Itaunja, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Lucknow to Shankar Pur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shankar Pur
Where is Shankar Pur located?
Shankar Pur village is located in Malihabad Tehsil, Lucknow district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shankar Pur?
Shankar Pur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shankar Pur?
The pincode of Shankar Pur is 226104.
What is the population of Shankar Pur?
Shankar Pur had a total population of 1,906, including 1,018 males and 888 females.
How many households are there in Shankar Pur?
Shankar Pur had 348 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shankar Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shankar Pur was 68.27%. Male literacy was 78.59% and female literacy was 56.52%.