Shekharpur
About Shekharpur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shekharpur village is 434288. Shekharpur village is located in Pathalgaon tehsil of Jashpur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Pathalgaon (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Jashpur Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Shekarpur is the gram panchayat of Shekharpur village.
The total geographical area of village is 594.68 hectares. Shekharpur has a total population of 1,418 peoples, out of which male population is 738 while female population is 680. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 921 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shekharpur village is 62.83% out of which 72.49% males and 52.35% females are literate. There are about 291 houses in shekharpur village. Pincode of shekharpur village locality is 496118.
When it comes to administration, Shekharpur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Shekharpur village comes under Pathalgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency. Pathalgaon is nearest town to shekharpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
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Population of Shekharpur
The population details of Shekharpur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,418 | 738 | 680 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 163 | 92 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 154 | 92 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 648 | 334 | 314 |
| Literate Population | 891 | 535 | 356 |
| Illiterate Population | 527 | 203 | 324 |
Connectivity of Shekharpur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shekharpur
Where is Shekharpur located?
Shekharpur village is situated in Pathalgaon Tehsil, within the Jashpur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekharpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekharpur is Shekarpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shekharpur?
The pincode of Shekharpur is 496118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shekharpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shekharpur is 1,418, with 738 males and 680 females.
How many households are there in Shekharpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shekharpur village has a total of 291 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekharpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekharpur is 62.83%. The male literacy rate is 72.49%, while the female literacy rate is 52.35%.