Shekhpura - Goh, Aurangabad
Shekhpura is a village situated in the Goh subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Goh and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Deohara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shekhpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shekhpura is 252832. The village covers a total geographical area of 373 hectares and falls under the 824203 pincode. Daud Nagar is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Shekhpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Goh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karakat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shekhpura
As per Census 2011, Shekhpura village has a total population of 2,789 people, consisting of 1,460 males and 1,329 females. The village has 383 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 540 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,570 literate and 1,219 illiterate residents. Additionally, 387 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shekhpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,789 | 1,460 | 1,329 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 540 | 278 | 262 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 387 | 196 | 191 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,570 | 949 | 621 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,219 | 511 | 708 |
Nearby Villages of Shekhpura
Shekhpura is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shekhpura
Shekhpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Daud Nagar to Shekhpura is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Shekhpura is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shekhpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shekhpura 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shekhpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shekhpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shekhpura
Where is Shekhpura located?
Shekhpura village is located in Goh Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekhpura is Deohara.
What is the pincode of Shekhpura?
The pincode of Shekhpura is 824203.
What is the population of Shekhpura?
Shekhpura has a total population of 2,789, including 1,460 males and 1,329 females.
How many households are there in Shekhpura?
There are 383 households in Shekhpura.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shekhpura is 56.29%. Male literacy is 65.00% and female literacy is 46.73%.