Uttar Shankarpur
Uttar Shankarpur is a village located in Kaliaganj subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.7km away from sub-district headquarter Kaliaganj. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Uttar Shankarpur village. As per 2009 stats, Dhankoil is the gram panchayat of Uttar Shankarpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Uttar Shankarpur unique in its vibrant Kaliaganj-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Uttar 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 Uttar Shankarpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Uttar Shankarpur is 309959. The village spans a total geographical area of 170.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733129. Kaliaganj is nearest town to Uttar Shankarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Uttar Shankarpur
Population of Uttar Shankarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Uttar Shankarpur has a total population of about 1,088, with approximately 544 males and 544 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 148 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 583 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 78. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.71%, with male literacy at about 70.04% and female literacy near 59.38%. There are around 251 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Uttar Shankarpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,088 | 544 | 544 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 70 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 583 | 294 | 289 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 34 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 704 | 381 | 323 |
| Illiterate Population | 384 | 163 | 221 |
Connectivity of Uttar Shankarpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Uttar Shankarpur. As per the 2011 stats, Uttar 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Shankarpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Uttar Shankarpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Uttar Shankarpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Uttar Shankarpur
- Where is Uttar Shankarpur located?
- Uttar Shankarpur village is situated in Kaliaganj Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Shankarpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Shankarpur is Dhankoil (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Uttar Shankarpur?
- The pincode of Uttar Shankarpur is 733129, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Uttar Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Uttar Shankarpur is 1,088, with 544 males and 544 females.
- How many households are there in Uttar Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Uttar Shankarpur village has a total of 251 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Uttar Shankarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Uttar Shankarpur is 64.71%. The male literacy rate is 70.04%, while the female literacy rate is 59.38%.