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.
Uttar Shankarpur has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Dinajpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
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Population of Uttar Shankarpur
Below is a concise population overview of Uttar Shankarpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Uttar Shankarpur village:
- The total population of Uttar Shankarpur village is around 1,088, including approximately 544 males and 544 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 148 children aged 0–6 years in Uttar Shankarpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Uttar Shankarpur village has 583 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 78 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Uttar Shankarpur village is about 64.71%, with male literacy at 70.04% and female literacy at 59.38%.
- There are around 251 households in Uttar Shankarpur village.
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%.