Shanichara - Ghanghata, Sant Kabir Nagar
Shanichara is a village situated in the Ghanghata tehsil of Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghanghata and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sant Kabir Nagar. Shanichra Bazar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shanichara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shanichara is 183342. The village covers a total geographical area of 85 hectares and falls under the 272177 pincode. Sant Kabir Nagar is the nearest town.
Shanichara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shanichara
As per Census 2011, Shanichara village has a total population of 1,717 people, consisting of 896 males and 821 females. The village has 266 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 263 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,094 literate and 623 illiterate residents. Additionally, 239 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shanichara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,717 | 896 | 821 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 129 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 239 | 127 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 1,094 | 651 | 443 |
| Illiterate Population | 623 | 245 | 378 |
Nearby Villages of Shanichara
Shanichara 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 Shanichara
Shanichara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sant Kabir Nagar to Shanichara is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shanichara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shanichara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shanichara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shanichara 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 Shanichara
Where is Shanichara located?
Shanichara village is located in Ghanghata Tehsil, Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shanichara?
The Gram Panchayat of Shanichara is Shanichra Bazar.
What is the pincode of Shanichara?
The pincode of Shanichara is 272177.
What is the population of Shanichara?
Shanichara has a total population of 1,717, including 896 males and 821 females.
How many households are there in Shanichara?
There are 266 households in Shanichara.
What is the literacy rate in Shanichara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shanichara is 63.72%. Male literacy is 72.66% and female literacy is 53.96%.