Shekhpura
Shekhpura is a village located in Tharthari subdivision of Nalanda district in Bihar, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Tharthari (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Biharsharif. As per 2009 stats, Naraiyanpur is the gram panchayat of Shekhpura village.
Shekhpura 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 Shekhpura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shekhpura is 244697. The village spans a total geographical area of 214 hectares. Hilsa is nearest town to Shekhpura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Shekhpura
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.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,586 | 806 | 780 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 234 | 108 | 126 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 121 | 116 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 855 | 508 | 347 |
Illiterate Population | 731 | 298 | 433 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shekhpura village:
- The total population of Shekhpura village is around 1,586, including approximately 806 males and 780 females, with a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 234 children aged 0–6 years in Shekhpura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shekhpura village has 237 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Shekhpura village is about 53.91%, with male literacy at 63.03% and female literacy at 44.49%.
- There are around 282 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) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shekhpura
- Where is Shekhpura located?
- Shekhpura village is situated in Tharthari Subdivision, within the Nalanda district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shekhpura?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shekhpura is Naraiyanpur (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 1,586, with 806 males and 780 females.
- How many households are there in Shekhpura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shekhpura village has a total of 282 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shekhpura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekhpura is 53.91%. The male literacy rate is 63.03%, while the female literacy rate is 44.49%.