Shankarpur
About Shankarpur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shankarpur village is 316864. Shankarpur village is located in Mohammad Bazar subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.6km away from sub-district headquarter Patalnagar. Suri is the district headquarter of Shankarpur village. As per 2009 stats, Bhutura is the gram panchayat of Shankarpur village.
The total geographical area of village is 164.79 hectares. Shankarpur has a total population of 314 peoples, out of which male population is 177 while female population is 137. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 774 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shankarpur village is 68.47% out of which 72.32% males and 63.50% females are literate. There are about 70 houses in shankarpur village. Pincode of shankarpur village locality is 731127.
When it comes to administration, Shankarpur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Shankarpur village comes under Sainthia Vidhan Sabha constituency & Birbhum Lok Sabha constituency. Suri is nearest town to shankarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
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Population of Shankarpur
The population details of Shankarpur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 314 | 177 | 137 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 148 | 86 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 215 | 128 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 49 | 50 |
Connectivity of Shankarpur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shankarpur
Where is Shankarpur located?
Shankarpur village is situated in Mohammad Bazar Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shankarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shankarpur is Bhutura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shankarpur?
The pincode of Shankarpur is 731127, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shankarpur is 314, with 177 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shankarpur village has a total of 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shankarpur is 68.47%. The male literacy rate is 72.32%, while the female literacy rate is 63.50%.