Shankarpur
Shankarpur is a village located in Sutahata subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Sutahata are the district & sub-district headquarters of Shankarpur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Chaitanyapur is the gram panchayat of Shankarpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Shankarpur unique in its vibrant Sutahata-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Shankarpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shankarpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shankarpur is 345687. The village spans a total geographical area of 30.04 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721635. Durgachak is nearest town to Shankarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Shankarpur
Population of Shankarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shankarpur has a total population of about 595, with approximately 292 males and 303 females. The sex ratio is around 1037 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 66 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 25 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.95%, with male literacy at about 80.82% and female literacy near 67.33%. There are around 117 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shankarpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 595 | 292 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 31 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 8 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 440 | 236 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 56 | 99 |
Connectivity of Shankarpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shankarpur. As per the 2011 stats, Shankarpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shankarpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Shankarpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shankarpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shankarpur
- Where is Shankarpur located?
- Shankarpur village is situated in Sutahata Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shankarpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shankarpur is Chaitanyapur (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 721635, 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 595, with 292 males and 303 females.
- How many households are there in Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shankarpur village has a total of 117 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shankarpur is 73.95%. The male literacy rate is 80.82%, while the female literacy rate is 67.33%.