Shekharpur - Pathalgaon, Jashpur
Shekharpur is a village situated in the Pathalgaon tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pathalgaon and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Shekarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shekharpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shekharpur is 434288. The village covers a total geographical area of 594.68 hectares and falls under the 496220 pincode. Pathalgaon is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Shekharpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pathalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shekharpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shekharpur village had a total population of 1,418 people, including 738 males and 680 females, living in 291 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.00%, with male literacy at 82.82% and female literacy at 58.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 154, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 648.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,418 | 738 | 680 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 92 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 154 | 92 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 648 | 334 | 314 |
| Literate Population | 891 | 535 | 356 |
| Illiterate Population | 527 | 203 | 324 |
Nearby Villages of Shekharpur
Shekharpur 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 Shekharpur
Shekharpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pathalgaon to Shekharpur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Shekharpur is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shekharpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shekharpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shekharpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shekharpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Shekharpur
Where is Shekharpur located?
Shekharpur village is located in Pathalgaon Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekharpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekharpur is Shekarpur.
What is the pincode of Shekharpur?
The pincode of Shekharpur is 496220.
What is the population of Shekharpur?
Shekharpur had a total population of 1,418, including 738 males and 680 females.
How many households are there in Shekharpur?
Shekharpur had 291 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shekharpur was 71.00%. Male literacy was 82.82% and female literacy was 58.46%.