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Village code 29947
Shankar (21) Village, Nakodar Tehsil: Map, PIN Code and Population
Shankar (21) is a village in Nakodar Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Jalandhar district, Punjab. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.
Data last reviewed: 28 April 2026. Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed.
Village Overview
Shankar (21) is a village in Nakodar Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Jalandhar district, Punjab. For Shankar (21), the population is 5,639, PIN code is 144042 and Census village code is 29947. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.
Source year
Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities
Important note
Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.
Google Map of Shankar (21) Village
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Quick Facts
| Village code | 29947 |
|---|---|
| PIN code | 144042 |
| Population | 5,639 |
| Households | 1,186 |
| Area | 953 ha / 9.53 sq. km / 2,355 acres |
| Population density | 592 people per sq. km |
| Sex ratio | 944 females per 1,000 males |
| Nearest town | Nakodar (6 km) |
| Current state | Punjab |
| Census 2011 state | Punjab |
| Current district | Jalandhar |
| Census 2011 district | Jalandhar |
Postal and PIN Code Details
The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 144042. This helps users verify the postal area for Shankar (21), but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.
| PIN code | 144042 |
|---|---|
| Post offices linked with this PIN | Shankar SO, Chak Kalan BO, Chak Mughlani BO, and Sharakpur BO |
| Best matching post office | Shankar SO (Post office) |
| Delivery office records | 4 |
| Postal district | Jalandhar |
| Postal state | Punjab |
| Postal division | Kapurthala Division |
| Postal circle | Punjab Circle |
| Source | India Post Postal Index Number code reference data |
Location and Administration
Shankar (21) comes under Shankar gram panchayat and Nakodar C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Nakodar Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The tehsil headquarters is Nakodar at 6 km. The Census district headquarters, Jalandhar, is 30 km away.
| Current state | Punjab |
|---|---|
| Census 2011 state | Punjab |
| Current district | Jalandhar |
| Census 2011 district | Jalandhar |
| State code | 3 |
| District code | 37 |
| Tehsil / Census sub-district code | 210 |
| C.D. Block code | 27 |
| Block panchayat code | 27 |
Population Profile
The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Shankar (21) village and its household count.
Total population
5,639 residents in 1,186 households
Male population
2,900
Female population
2,739
SC/ST population
Scheduled Castes: 2,238; Scheduled Tribes: Not reported
SC male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
ST male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
Schools and Education
This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.
Government pre-primary school
Not available in village
Private pre-primary school
Available; count: 2
Government primary school
Available; count: 1
Private primary school
Available; count: 2
Middle school
Available; government count: 2
Secondary school
Available; government count: 2
Senior secondary school
Available; government count: 1
Vocational / ITI training
Not available in village
Arts and science degree college
Not available in village
Health Facilities
Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.
| Community health centre | 1 |
|---|---|
| Primary health sub-centre | 1 |
| Dispensary | 1 |
| ASHA worker | Available |
| Veterinary hospital | 1 |
| Medicine shop | 4 |
Connectivity and Public Services
An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.
| Public bus service | Available |
|---|---|
| Private bus service | Available |
| Railway station | Available |
| National highway | Not available in village |
| State highway | Not available in village |
| Major district road | Not available in village |
| Black topped road | Available |
| All-weather road | Available |
| Post office | Available |
| Village PIN code facility | Available |
| Mobile phone coverage | Available |
| CSC / internet cafe | Not available in village |
| ATM | Available |
| Commercial bank | Available |
| Cooperative bank | Available |
| Agricultural credit society | Available |
| PDS shop | Available |
| Mandi / regular market | Available |
| Weekly haat | Not available in village |
| Self-help group | Not available in village |
| Anganwadi centre | Available |
| Assembly polling station | Available |
| Birth and death registration office | Not available in village |
| Daily newspaper supply | Available |
| Sports field | Available |
| Public library | Not available in village |
| Public reading room | Not available in village |
Water, Sanitation and Power
Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.
| Treated tap water | Not available in village |
|---|---|
| Untreated tap water | Available |
| Hand pump | Available |
| Tube wells / boreholes | Available |
| Closed drainage | Not available in village |
| Open drainage | Available |
| Total sanitation campaign coverage | Available |
| Domestic power supply | Available |
| Agriculture power supply | Available |
| Commercial power supply | Available |
| Summer domestic power | 15 hours per day |
| Winter domestic power | 23 hours per day |
Agriculture and Land Use
Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.
| Net area sown | 830 hectares |
|---|---|
| Irrigated area | 830 hectares |
| Wells / tube wells irrigated area | 830 hectares |
| Non-agricultural area | 123 hectares |
| Main crop | Sugarcane |
| Second crop | Mustard |
| Third crop | Wheat |
How to Reach Shankar (21)
Nakodar (6 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Nakodar is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.
| Nearest major town | Nakodar (6 km) |
|---|---|
| Tehsil headquarters | Nakodar (6 km) |
| Public bus service | Available |
| Railway station in village | Available |
| All-weather road | Available |
Source-Year Notes
Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Tehsil, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.
For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.
Official Records and Useful Links
Use these official links to verify current government information. Village Maps shows Census 2011 and public directory data for general reference.
- Punjab government website Official state/UT portal
- Jalandhar district administration Official district portal
- Jamabandi land records Verify land records officially
- Census India Village code 29947
- India Post PIN code search 144042
Additional Facilities Reported
This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Shankar (21). It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.
| Private Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKG | Available; 2 |
|---|---|
| Govt Primary School | Available; 1 |
| Private Primary School | Available; 2 |
| Govt Middle School | Available; 2 |
| Private Middle School | Available; 4 |
| Govt Secondary School | Available; 2 |
| Private Secondary School | Available; 3 |
| Govt Senior Secondary School | Available; 1 |
| Community Health Centre | 1 |
| Community Health Centre Doctors Total Strength | 7 |
| Community Health Centre Doctors in Position | 7 |
| Community Health Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 13 |
| Community Health Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 13 |
| Primary Health Sub Centre | 1 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Doctors in Position | 1 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 2 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 2 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre | 1 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Doctors Total Strength | 2 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Doctors in Position | 2 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 4 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 4 |
| Hospital Allopathic | 1 |
| Hospital Allopathic Doctors Total Strength | 7 |
| Hospital Allopathic Doctors in Position | 7 |
| Hospital Allopathic Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 13 |
| Hospital Allopathic Para Medical Staff in Position | 13 |
| Dispensary | 1 |
| Dispensary Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| Dispensary Doctors in Position | 1 |
| Dispensary Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 4 |
| Dispensary Para Medical Staff in Position | 4 |
| Veterinary Hospital | 1 |
| Veterinary Hospital Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| Veterinary Hospital Doctors in Position | 1 |
How to Use Survey Number and Map Details
Use the village code, district, tehsil, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Shankar (21) village located?
Shankar (21) is located in Nakodar Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Jalandhar.
Which Tehsil is Shankar (21) in?
Shankar (21) is in Nakodar Tehsil. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.
Which district is Shankar (21) in?
District: Jalandhar.
What is the village code of Shankar (21)?
The Census village code of Shankar (21) is 29947.
What is the PIN code of Shankar (21)?
The PIN code reported for Shankar (21) is 144042.
What is the population of Shankar (21)?
Shankar (21) has 5,639 residents in 1,186 households as per Census 2011.
Which gram panchayat is Shankar (21) part of?
Shankar (21) comes under Shankar gram panchayat.
Which is the nearest town to Shankar (21)?
The nearest statutory town to Shankar (21) is Nakodar (6 km).
Which crops are grown in Shankar (21)?
The main crops reported for Shankar (21) are Sugarcane, Mustard, and Wheat.
What land-use details are available for Shankar (21)?
Land-use details for Shankar (21) include net area sown: 830 hectares and irrigated area: 830 hectares.
Is there a government primary school in Shankar (21)?
Government primary school status for Shankar (21) is available in the village.
Is public bus service available in Shankar (21)?
Public bus service is available in the village.
Is mobile phone coverage available in Shankar (21)?
Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.
What is the total area of Shankar (21)?
The total geographical area of Shankar (21) is 953 hectares.
How many households are in Shankar (21)?
Shankar (21) has 1,186 households as per Census 2011.
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