Shekhpura

Shekhpura is a village located in Purnia East subdivision of Purnia district in Bihar, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Purnia East (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Purnia. As per 2009 stats, Chandi is the gram panchayat of Shekhpura village.

Shekhpura has its own place in the vibrant Purnia 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 223479. The village spans a total geographical area of 101 hectares. Purnia is nearest town to Shekhpura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km 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 1,492 745 747
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 495 229 266
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 447 251 196
Illiterate Population 1,045 494 551

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

  • The total population of Shekhpura village is around 1,492, including approximately 745 males and 747 females, with a sex ratio of 1002 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 495 children aged 0–6 years in Shekhpura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Shekhpura village is about 29.96%, with male literacy at 33.69% and female literacy at 26.24%.
  • There are around 299 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 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 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.

Biloria Raziganj Raipur Ranipatra Dilia Hasanabad Mathia Dimia Chhatarjan Dewanganj Singhia Kamraili Pipra Dhanganwan

Frequently Asked Questions about Shekhpura

Where is Shekhpura located?
Shekhpura village is situated in Purnia East Subdivision, within the Purnia district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekhpura is Chandi (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 1,492, with 745 males and 747 females.
How many households are there in Shekhpura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shekhpura village has a total of 299 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhpura as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekhpura is 29.96%. The male literacy rate is 33.69%, while the female literacy rate is 26.24%.