Pure Shanker - Lalganj, Pratapgarh
Pure Shanker is a village situated in the Lalganj tehsil of Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalganj and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Pratapgarh. Khairapure Chhemi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pure Shanker village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pure Shanker is 157890. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.42 hectares and falls under the 230132 pincode. Pratapgarh is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Pure Shanker village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur khas Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pratapgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pure Shanker
As per Census 2011, Pure Shanker village has a total population of 690 people, consisting of 348 males and 342 females. The village has 99 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 451 literate and 239 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pure Shanker are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 690 | 348 | 342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 50 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 24 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 451 | 251 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 97 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Pure Shanker
Pure Shanker 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 Pure Shanker
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Pure Shanker.
| 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 Pratapgarh to Pure Shanker is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pratapgarh to Pure Shanker is about 52 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 Pure Shanker
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pure Shanker 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 Pure Shanker
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pure Shanker 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pure Shanker
Where is Pure Shanker located?
Pure Shanker village is located in Lalganj Tehsil, Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pure Shanker?
The Gram Panchayat of Pure Shanker is Khairapure Chhemi.
What is the pincode of Pure Shanker?
The pincode of Pure Shanker is 230132.
What is the population of Pure Shanker?
Pure Shanker has a total population of 690, including 348 males and 342 females.
How many households are there in Pure Shanker?
There are 99 households in Pure Shanker.
What is the literacy rate in Pure Shanker?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pure Shanker is 65.36%. Male literacy is 72.13% and female literacy is 58.48%.