Shekhpura

Shekhpura is a village located in Ghoshi subdivision of Jehanabad district in Bihar, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Ghoshi (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Jehanabad . As per 2009 stats, Golakpur is the gram panchayat of Shekhpura village.

Shekhpura has its own place in the vibrant Jehanabad 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 260411. The village spans a total geographical area of 29 hectares. Jehanabad is nearest town to Shekhpura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km 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 1,258 656 602
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 256 132 124
Scheduled Castes (SC) 440 213 227
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 618 386 232
Illiterate Population 640 270 370

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

  • The total population of Shekhpura village is around 1,258, including approximately 656 males and 602 females, with a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 256 children aged 0–6 years in Shekhpura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shekhpura village has 440 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shekhpura village is about 49.13%, with male literacy at 58.84% and female literacy at 38.54%.
  • There are around 212 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 <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
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.

Madhopur Mirza Bigha Birupur Kewali Ghoshi Siripur Mehdipur Damaua Gorsar Chhapanna Khirauti

Frequently Asked Questions about Shekhpura

Where is Shekhpura located?
Shekhpura village is situated in Ghoshi Subdivision, within the Jehanabad district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekhpura is Golakpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Shekhpura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shekhpura is 1,258, with 656 males and 602 females.
How many households are there in Shekhpura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shekhpura village has a total of 212 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhpura as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekhpura is 49.13%. The male literacy rate is 58.84%, while the female literacy rate is 38.54%.