Shekhpura - Hasanpura, Siwan
Shekhpura is a village situated in the Hasanpura subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hasanpura and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Shekhpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shekhpura is 232633. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 841236 pincode. Siwan is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Shekhpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raghunathpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Siwan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shekhpura
As per Census 2011, Shekhpura village has a total population of 2,677 people, consisting of 1,282 males and 1,395 females. The village has 458 households and a sex ratio of 1,088 females per 1,000 males. There are 438 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,745 literate and 932 illiterate residents. Additionally, 48 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shekhpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,677 | 1,282 | 1,395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 438 | 218 | 220 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 23 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,745 | 918 | 827 |
| Illiterate Population | 932 | 364 | 568 |
Nearby Villages of Shekhpura
Shekhpura is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shekhpura
Shekhpura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siwan to Shekhpura is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shekhpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shekhpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shekhpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shekhpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shekhpura
Where is Shekhpura located?
Shekhpura village is located in Hasanpura Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhpura?
Shekhpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shekhpura?
The pincode of Shekhpura is 841236.
What is the population of Shekhpura?
Shekhpura has a total population of 2,677, including 1,282 males and 1,395 females.
How many households are there in Shekhpura?
There are 458 households in Shekhpura.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shekhpura is 65.18%. Male literacy is 71.61% and female literacy is 59.28%.