Shankar Garhi
Shankar Garhi is a village located in Mat tehsil of Mathura district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 44km away from sub-district headquarter Mat (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Mathura. As per 2009 stats, Shankar Garhi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shankar Garhi unique in its vibrant Mat-Mathura region. You’ll see Shankar Garhi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shankar Garhi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shankar Garhi is 123838. The village spans a total geographical area of 219.75 hectares. Bajna is nearest town to Shankar Garhi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shankar Garhi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Mant Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mathura Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shankar Garhi
Population of Shankar Garhi
According to the 2011 Census, Shankar Garhi has a total population of about 1,427, with approximately 783 males and 644 females. The sex ratio is around 822 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 192 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 403 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.31%, with male literacy at about 76.76% and female literacy near 51.40%. There are around 280 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shankar Garhi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,427 | 783 | 644 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 102 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 403 | 219 | 184 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 932 | 601 | 331 |
| Illiterate Population | 495 | 182 | 313 |
Connectivity of Shankar Garhi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shankar Garhi. As per the 2011 stats, Shankar Garhi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shankar Garhi
Knowing the nearby villages of Shankar Garhi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shankar Garhi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shankar Garhi
- Where is Shankar Garhi located?
- Shankar Garhi village is situated in Mat Tehsil, within the Mathura district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shankar Garhi?
- Shankar Garhi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Shankar Garhi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shankar Garhi is 1,427, with 783 males and 644 females.
- How many households are there in Shankar Garhi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shankar Garhi village has a total of 280 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shankar Garhi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shankar Garhi is 65.31%. The male literacy rate is 76.76%, while the female literacy rate is 51.40%.