Shekhpura

Shekhpura is a village located in Barsoi subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Barsoi (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Lagua Dasgram is the gram panchayat of Shekhpura village.

Shekhpura has its own place in the vibrant Katihar 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 224909. The village spans a total geographical area of 186 hectares. Katihar is nearest town to Shekhpura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 75km 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 1,590 822 768
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 335 176 159
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 708 404 304
Illiterate Population 882 418 464

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

  • The total population of Shekhpura village is around 1,590, including approximately 822 males and 768 females, with a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 335 children aged 0–6 years in Shekhpura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Shekhpura village is about 44.53%, with male literacy at 49.15% and female literacy at 39.58%.
  • There are around 300 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 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 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.

Mahanagar Pirasan Bighaurhat Dagrapara Kuchiamor Udaipur Dasgaon Jabadpur Shiwanpur Mathurapur Milik Tarapur

Frequently Asked Questions about Shekhpura

Where is Shekhpura located?
Shekhpura village is situated in Barsoi Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekhpura is Lagua Dasgram (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 1,590, with 822 males and 768 females.
How many households are there in Shekhpura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shekhpura village has a total of 300 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhpura as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekhpura is 44.53%. The male literacy rate is 49.15%, while the female literacy rate is 39.58%.