Shanker Pur - Hasanganj, Unnao
Shanker Pur is a village situated in the Hasanganj tehsil of Unnao district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hasanganj and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Unnao. Shanker Pur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shanker Pur is 141838. The village covers a total geographical area of 649.24 hectares and falls under the 209881 pincode. Unnao is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Shanker Pur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Unnao Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shanker Pur
As per Census 2011, Shanker Pur village has a total population of 2,041 people, consisting of 1,073 males and 968 females. The village has 404 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 317 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,156 literate and 885 illiterate residents. Additionally, 670 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shanker Pur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,041 | 1,073 | 968 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 317 | 154 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 670 | 354 | 316 |
| Literate Population | 1,156 | 709 | 447 |
| Illiterate Population | 885 | 364 | 521 |
Nearby Villages of Shanker Pur
Shanker Pur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mubarak Ganj | South | 1.18 km |
| Bagat Najul | South | 2.22 km |
| Tikait Ganj | South-East | 2.43 km |
| Maljha | North-West | 2.44 km |
| Rani Khera Jageer | South-West | 2.55 km |
| Tej Krishna Khera | East | 2.66 km |
| Dona | North-East | 2.66 km |
| Koiya Madarpur | West | 2.74 km |
| Kamalpur | West | 3.10 km |
| Mohan | South-West | 3.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shanker Pur
Shanker Pur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Piparsand, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Unnao to Shanker Pur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Unnao to Shanker Pur is about 40 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 Shanker Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shanker Pur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shanker Pur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shanker Pur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shanker Pur
Where is Shanker Pur located?
Shanker Pur village is located in Hasanganj Tehsil, Unnao district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shanker Pur?
Shanker Pur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shanker Pur?
The pincode of Shanker Pur is 209881.
What is the population of Shanker Pur?
Shanker Pur has a total population of 2,041, including 1,073 males and 968 females.
How many households are there in Shanker Pur?
There are 404 households in Shanker Pur.
What is the literacy rate in Shanker Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shanker Pur is 56.64%. Male literacy is 66.08% and female literacy is 46.18%.