Shankarpur Village - Biswan, Sitapur
Shankarpur is a village situated in the Biswan tehsil of Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Biswan and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Sitapur. Shankarpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shankarpur is 138398. The village covers a total geographical area of 291.78 hectares and falls under the 261205 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Shankarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Biswan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sitapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shankarpur
As per Census 2011, Shankarpur village has a total population of 2,006 people, consisting of 1,015 males and 991 females. The village has 384 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 328 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,113 literate and 893 illiterate residents. Additionally, 653 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shankarpur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,006 | 1,015 | 991 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 328 | 161 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 653 | 338 | 315 |
| Literate Population | 1,113 | 666 | 447 |
| Illiterate Population | 893 | 349 | 544 |
Nearby Villages of Shankarpur
Shankarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chaharpur | South-West | 1.18 km |
| Bhethora Kala | North | 1.36 km |
| Deo Kalia | North-East | 1.41 km |
| Umarahar | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Lakhawa Bojhi | West | 1.77 km |
| Sirsa Khurd | South-West | 2.31 km |
| Raja Karnai | North-West | 2.53 km |
| Kalyanpur | West | 2.54 km |
| Parsadipur | West | 2.60 km |
| Mochklan | North | 2.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shankarpur
Shankarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shankarpur, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sitapur to Shankarpur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitapur to Shankarpur is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shankarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shankarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shankarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shankarpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shankarpur
Where is Shankarpur located?
Shankarpur village is located in Biswan Tehsil, Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shankarpur?
Shankarpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shankarpur?
The pincode of Shankarpur is 261205.
What is the population of Shankarpur?
Shankarpur has a total population of 2,006, including 1,015 males and 991 females.
How many households are there in Shankarpur?
There are 384 households in Shankarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shankarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shankarpur is 55.48%. Male literacy is 65.62% and female literacy is 45.11%.