Shekhpura

Shekhpura is a village located in Neem Chak Bathani subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Neem Chak Bathani (tehsildar office) and 51km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Singhaul is the gram panchayat of Shekhpura village.

Shekhpura has its own place in the vibrant Gaya 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 Shekhpura

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shekhpura is 255110. The village spans a total geographical area of 174 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 803116. Gaya is nearest town to Shekhpura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 51km away.

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Population of Shekhpura

Below is a concise population overview of Shekhpura as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 791 394 397
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 140 73 67
Scheduled Castes (SC) 121 58 63
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 437 263 174
Illiterate Population 354 131 223

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shekhpura village:

  • The total population of Shekhpura village is around 791, including approximately 394 males and 397 females, with a sex ratio of 1007 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 140 children aged 0–6 years in Shekhpura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shekhpura village has 121 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shekhpura village is about 55.25%, with male literacy at 66.75% and female literacy at 43.83%.
  • There are around 97 households in Shekhpura village.

Connectivity of Shekhpura

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shekhpura. As per the 2011 stats, Shekhpura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Shekhpura

Knowing the nearby villages of Shekhpura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shekhpura.

Amma Kuan Mai Singhaul Bahuara Simraur Baraini Natsar Nawal Chak Natesar Saren Saraunji Chhibra

Frequently Asked Questions about Shekhpura

Where is Shekhpura located?
Shekhpura village is situated in Neem Chak Bathani Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekhpura is Singhaul (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shekhpura?
The pincode of Shekhpura is 803116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shekhpura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shekhpura is 791, with 394 males and 397 females.
How many households are there in Shekhpura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shekhpura village has a total of 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhpura as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekhpura is 55.25%. The male literacy rate is 66.75%, while the female literacy rate is 43.83%.