Shekhopur

Shekhopur is a village located in Hilsa subdivision of Nalanda district in Bihar, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Hilsa (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Biharsharif. As per 2009 stats, Kapasiawan is the gram panchayat of Shekhopur village.

Shekhopur has its own place in the vibrant Nalanda 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 Shekhopur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shekhopur is 244798. The village spans a total geographical area of 25 hectares. Hilsa is nearest town to Shekhopur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.

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Population of Shekhopur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,034 541 493
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 220 114 106
Scheduled Castes (SC) 477 261 216
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 444 298 146
Illiterate Population 590 243 347

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

  • The total population of Shekhopur village is around 1,034, including approximately 541 males and 493 females, with a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 220 children aged 0–6 years in Shekhopur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shekhopur village has 477 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shekhopur village is about 42.94%, with male literacy at 55.08% and female literacy at 29.61%.
  • There are around 183 households in Shekhopur village.

Connectivity of Shekhopur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shekhopur. As per the 2011 stats, Shekhopur 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 Shekhopur

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

Gulni Bhokila Bamhanthan Malawan Ganipur Indaut Tirlok Bigha Dabaul Puna Kapasiawan Akbarpur Bamhan Barui

Frequently Asked Questions about Shekhopur

Where is Shekhopur located?
Shekhopur village is situated in Hilsa Subdivision, within the Nalanda district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhopur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekhopur is Kapasiawan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Shekhopur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shekhopur is 1,034, with 541 males and 493 females.
How many households are there in Shekhopur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shekhopur village has a total of 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhopur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekhopur is 42.94%. The male literacy rate is 55.08%, while the female literacy rate is 29.61%.