Sheikhpura
Sheikhpura is a village located in Mashrakh subdivision of Saran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Mashrakh (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Chhapra. As per 2009 stats, Baharuli is the gram panchayat of Sheikhpura village.
Here you can discover what makes Sheikhpura unique in its vibrant Mashrakh-Saran region. You’ll see Sheikhpura’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sheikhpura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sheikhpura is 232840. The village spans a total geographical area of 85 hectares. Chapra is nearest town to Sheikhpura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
Google Map of Sheikhpura
Population of Sheikhpura
According to the 2011 Census, Sheikhpura has a total population of about 813, with approximately 416 males and 397 females. The sex ratio is around 954 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 118 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 188 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 39.11%, with male literacy at about 49.76% and female literacy near 27.96%. There are around 157 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sheikhpura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 813 | 416 | 397 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 46 | 72 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 188 | 96 | 92 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 318 | 207 | 111 |
Illiterate Population | 495 | 209 | 286 |
Connectivity of Sheikhpura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sheikhpura. As per the 2011 stats, Sheikhpura 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 village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sheikhpura
Knowing the nearby villages of Sheikhpura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sheikhpura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sheikhpura
- Where is Sheikhpura located?
- Sheikhpura village is situated in Mashrakh Subdivision, within the Saran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sheikhpura?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sheikhpura is Baharuli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sheikhpura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sheikhpura is 813, with 416 males and 397 females.
- How many households are there in Sheikhpura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sheikhpura village has a total of 157 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sheikhpura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sheikhpura is 39.11%. The male literacy rate is 49.76%, while the female literacy rate is 27.96%.