Shankarpur
About Shankarpur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shankarpur village is 310745. Shankarpur village is located in Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.8km away from sub-district headquarter Gangarampur (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Chaloon is the gram panchayat of Shankarpur village.
The total geographical area of village is 66.51 hectares. Shankarpur has a total population of 812 peoples, out of which male population is 453 while female population is 359. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 792 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shankarpur village is 66.13% out of which 76.16% males and 53.48% females are literate. There are about 179 houses in shankarpur village. Pincode of shankarpur village locality is 733140.
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 Kumarganj Vidhan Sabha constituency & Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency. Gangarampur is nearest town to shankarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km 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 | 812 | 453 | 359 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 86 | 37 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 253 | 136 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 340 | 202 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 537 | 345 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 275 | 108 | 167 |
Connectivity of Shankarpur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shankarpur
Where is Shankarpur located?
Shankarpur village is situated in Gangarampur Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shankarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shankarpur is Chaloon (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 733140, 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 812, with 453 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shankarpur village has a total of 179 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shankarpur is 66.13%. The male literacy rate is 76.16%, while the female literacy rate is 53.48%.