Shekh Duman
Shekh Duman is a village located in Sonepur subdivision of Saran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Sonepur (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Chhapra. As per 2009 stats, Chatur Pur is the gram panchayat of Shekh Duman village.
Here you can discover what makes Shekh Duman unique in its vibrant Sonepur-Saran region. You’ll see Shekh Duman’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 Shekh Duman
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shekh Duman is 234502. The village spans a total geographical area of 36 hectares. Sonepur is nearest town to Shekh Duman village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Shekh Duman
Population of Shekh Duman
According to the 2011 Census, Shekh Duman has a total population of about 3,437, with approximately 1,834 males and 1,603 females. The sex ratio is around 874 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 540 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 513 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 58.02%, with male literacy at about 66.63% and female literacy near 48.16%. There are around 530 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shekh Duman's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,437 | 1,834 | 1,603 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 540 | 299 | 241 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 513 | 280 | 233 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,994 | 1,222 | 772 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,443 | 612 | 831 |
Connectivity of Shekh Duman
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shekh Duman. As per the 2011 stats, Shekh Duman 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 village |
Nearby Villages of Shekh Duman
Knowing the nearby villages of Shekh Duman helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shekh Duman.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shekh Duman
- Where is Shekh Duman located?
- Shekh Duman village is situated in Sonepur Subdivision, within the Saran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shekh Duman?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shekh Duman is Chatur Pur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Shekh Duman as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shekh Duman is 3,437, with 1,834 males and 1,603 females.
- How many households are there in Shekh Duman as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shekh Duman village has a total of 530 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shekh Duman as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekh Duman is 58.02%. The male literacy rate is 66.63%, while the female literacy rate is 48.16%.