Shekhpura

Shekhpura is a village located in Narhat subdivision of Nawada district in Bihar, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Narhat (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Nawada. As per 2009 stats, Shekhpura village is also a gram panchayat.

Shekhpura has its own place in the vibrant Nawada 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 258179. The village spans a total geographical area of 87 hectares. Hisua is nearest town to Shekhpura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km 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 4,839 2,493 2,346
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 844 441 403
Scheduled Castes (SC) 821 408 413
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,655 1,497 1,158
Illiterate Population 2,184 996 1,188

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

  • The total population of Shekhpura village is around 4,839, including approximately 2,493 males and 2,346 females, with a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 844 children aged 0–6 years in Shekhpura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shekhpura village has 821 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shekhpura village is about 54.87%, with male literacy at 60.05% and female literacy at 49.36%.
  • There are around 773 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 village
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.

Qazipura Barauli Chak Barauli Narhat Kusa Barauta Punaul Saidpur Rampur Dhorhan Gangapur Banian Bigha

Frequently Asked Questions about Shekhpura

Where is Shekhpura located?
Shekhpura village is situated in Narhat Subdivision, within the Nawada 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 4,839, with 2,493 males and 2,346 females.
How many households are there in Shekhpura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shekhpura village has a total of 773 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhpura as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekhpura is 54.87%. The male literacy rate is 60.05%, while the female literacy rate is 49.36%.