Shekhpura

Shekhpura is a village located in Kadwa subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Kadwa (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Shekhpura village is also a gram panchayat.

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 224652. The village spans a total geographical area of 142 hectares. Katihar is nearest town to Shekhpura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km 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 1,896 982 914
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 335 165 170
Scheduled Castes (SC) 174 97 77
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 573 364 209
Illiterate Population 1,323 618 705

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

  • The total population of Shekhpura village is around 1,896, including approximately 982 males and 914 females, with a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 335 children aged 0–6 years in Shekhpura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shekhpura village has 174 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shekhpura village is about 30.22%, with male literacy at 37.07% and female literacy at 22.87%.
  • There are around 392 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.

Kurhaila Tetihar Bobra Nista Gachh Rasulpur Roshanganj Sitalpur Gosainkol Bishunpur Jadopur Maktalpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Shekhpura

Where is Shekhpura located?
Shekhpura village is situated in Kadwa Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhpura?
Shekhpura serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Shekhpura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shekhpura is 1,896, with 982 males and 914 females.
How many households are there in Shekhpura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shekhpura village has a total of 392 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhpura as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekhpura is 30.22%. The male literacy rate is 37.07%, while the female literacy rate is 22.87%.