Shakerdaha - Kunda, Pratapgarh
Shakerdaha is a village situated in the Kunda tehsil of Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kunda and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Pratapgarh. Shakerdaha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shakerdaha is 158585. The village covers a total geographical area of 1065.55 hectares and falls under the 230201 pincode. Allahabad is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Shakerdaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kunda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaushambi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shakerdaha
As per Census 2011, Shakerdaha village has a total population of 11,876 people, consisting of 6,148 males and 5,728 females. The village has 2,035 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,642 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,245 literate and 4,631 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4,272 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shakerdaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,876 | 6,148 | 5,728 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,642 | 865 | 777 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,272 | 2,195 | 2,077 |
| Literate Population | 7,245 | 4,362 | 2,883 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,631 | 1,786 | 2,845 |
Nearby Villages of Shakerdaha
Shakerdaha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Marufpur | South-West | 1.50 km |
| Korari | South | 1.74 km |
| Kashipur | North-East | 2.04 km |
| Nasirpur Dargahi | South | 2.32 km |
| Pipraund | South-West | 2.35 km |
| Ramdaspur | East | 2.36 km |
| Samaspur Damoo | North-West | 2.49 km |
| Pannupur | South-West | 2.59 km |
| Pithipur | North-West | 2.62 km |
| Madupur Ramnagar | North | 2.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shakerdaha
Shakerdaha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ram Chaura Road, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Allahabad to Shakerdaha is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pratapgarh to Shakerdaha is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shakerdaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shakerdaha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shakerdaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shakerdaha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Shakerdaha
Where is Shakerdaha located?
Shakerdaha village is located in Kunda Tehsil, Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shakerdaha?
Shakerdaha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shakerdaha?
The pincode of Shakerdaha is 230201.
What is the population of Shakerdaha?
Shakerdaha has a total population of 11,876, including 6,148 males and 5,728 females.
How many households are there in Shakerdaha?
There are 2,035 households in Shakerdaha.
What is the literacy rate in Shakerdaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shakerdaha is 61.01%. Male literacy is 70.95% and female literacy is 50.33%.