Shekhpura

Shekhpura is a village located in Pandarak subdivision of Patna district in Bihar, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Pandarak (tehsildar office) and 94km away from district headquarter Patna. As per 2009 stats, Goasa Shekhpura is the gram panchayat of Shekhpura village.

Shekhpura has its own place in the vibrant Patna 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 246456. The village spans a total geographical area of 663 hectares. Barh is nearest town to Shekhpura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km 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 5,375 2,875 2,500
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,052 571 481
Scheduled Castes (SC) 839 428 411
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,207 1,383 824
Illiterate Population 3,168 1,492 1,676

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

  • The total population of Shekhpura village is around 5,375, including approximately 2,875 males and 2,500 females, with a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,052 children aged 0–6 years in Shekhpura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shekhpura village has 839 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shekhpura village is about 41.06%, with male literacy at 48.10% and female literacy at 32.96%.
  • There are around 881 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 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.

Ballipur Pachmahla Raili Diara Pandarakh Pundarakh Mamarkhabad Sarhan Chaturbhujpur Maksudpur Manikpur Saidapur Majhla Bigha

Frequently Asked Questions about Shekhpura

Where is Shekhpura located?
Shekhpura village is situated in Pandarak Subdivision, within the Patna district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekhpura is Goasa Shekhpura (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 5,375, with 2,875 males and 2,500 females.
How many households are there in Shekhpura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shekhpura village has a total of 881 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhpura as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekhpura is 41.06%. The male literacy rate is 48.10%, while the female literacy rate is 32.96%.