Shankarpur - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Shankarpur is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Chaloon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shankarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shankarpur is 310745. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.51 hectares and falls under the 733140 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 15 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 Kumarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shankarpur
As per Census 2011, Shankarpur village has a total population of 812 people, consisting of 453 males and 359 females. The village has 179 households and a sex ratio of 792 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 537 literate and 275 illiterate residents. Additionally, 253 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 340 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shankarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 812 | 453 | 359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 37 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 253 | 136 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 340 | 202 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 537 | 345 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 275 | 108 | 167 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Banihari | North | 0.90 km |
| Kunail | West | 0.96 km |
| Basudebpur | South-East | 1.19 km |
| Parbbatipur | East | 1.34 km |
| Madhya Raghunathpur | North-West | 1.39 km |
| Mastafapur | South-West | 1.76 km |
| Nitpur Prasadpur | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Mirzzapur | East | 1.87 km |
| Chakshri | North | 2.09 km |
| Tilchhara | West | 2.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shankarpur
Public transport in the Shankarpur is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Malancha, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangarampur to Shankarpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Shankarpur is about 36 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 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shankarpur
Where is Shankarpur located?
Shankarpur village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shankarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shankarpur is Chaloon.
What is the pincode of Shankarpur?
The pincode of Shankarpur is 733140.
What is the population of Shankarpur?
Shankarpur has a total population of 812, including 453 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Shankarpur?
There are 179 households in Shankarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shankarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shankarpur is 66.13%. Male literacy is 76.16% and female literacy is 53.48%.