Shekhpul

Shekhpul is a village located in Silao subdivision of Nalanda district in Bihar, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Silao (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Biharsharif. As per 2009 stats, Barakar is the gram panchayat of Shekhpul village.

Shekhpul 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 Shekhpul

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shekhpul is 245112. The village spans a total geographical area of 161 hectares. Silao is nearest town to Shekhpul village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

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Population of Shekhpul

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 252 133 119
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 57 28 29
Scheduled Castes (SC) 108 62 46
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 120 74 46
Illiterate Population 132 59 73

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

  • The total population of Shekhpul village is around 252, including approximately 133 males and 119 females, with a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 57 children aged 0–6 years in Shekhpul village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shekhpul village has 108 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shekhpul village is about 47.62%, with male literacy at 55.64% and female literacy at 38.66%.
  • There are around 30 households in Shekhpul village.

Connectivity of Shekhpul

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Shekhpul

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

Dharampura Kamal Bigha Gor Bigha Barakar Sonar Bigha Nagri Dhanchhuhi Shahpur Malikpur Dumari Gandhupur

Frequently Asked Questions about Shekhpul

Where is Shekhpul located?
Shekhpul village is situated in Silao Subdivision, within the Nalanda district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhpul?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekhpul is Barakar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Shekhpul as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shekhpul is 252, with 133 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Shekhpul as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shekhpul village has a total of 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhpul as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekhpul is 47.62%. The male literacy rate is 55.64%, while the female literacy rate is 38.66%.