Shekhpura
Shekhpura is a village located in Baniapur subdivision of Saran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Baniapur (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Chhapra. As per 2009 stats, Bhushaw is the gram panchayat of Shekhpura village.
Shekhpura has its own place in the vibrant Saran 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 233134. The village spans a total geographical area of 90 hectares. Chapra is nearest town to Shekhpura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km 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 | 3,075 | 1,575 | 1,500 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 575 | 298 | 277 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 285 | 157 | 128 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,530 | 937 | 593 |
Illiterate Population | 1,545 | 638 | 907 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shekhpura village:
- The total population of Shekhpura village is around 3,075, including approximately 1,575 males and 1,500 females, with a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 575 children aged 0–6 years in Shekhpura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shekhpura village has 285 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shekhpura village is about 49.76%, with male literacy at 59.49% and female literacy at 39.53%.
- There are around 503 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 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 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 Baniapur Subdivision, within the Saran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shekhpura?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shekhpura is Bhushaw (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 3,075, with 1,575 males and 1,500 females.
- How many households are there in Shekhpura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shekhpura village has a total of 503 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shekhpura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekhpura is 49.76%. The male literacy rate is 59.49%, while the female literacy rate is 39.53%.