Shaikhpur - Mangrol, Junagadh
Shaikhpur is a village situated in the Mangrol taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangrol and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Shaikhpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shaikhpur is 514825. The village covers a total geographical area of 366.11 hectares and falls under the 362225 pincode. Mangrol is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Shaikhpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mangrol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shaikhpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shaikhpur village had a total population of 1,704 people, including 875 males and 829 females, living in 278 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.35%, with male literacy at 82.68% and female literacy at 57.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 199.
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 | 1,704 | 875 | 829 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 165 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 199 | 97 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 992 | 587 | 405 |
| Illiterate Population | 712 | 288 | 424 |
Nearby Villages of Shaikhpur
Shaikhpur 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 Shaikhpur
Shaikhpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Shaikhpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mangrol to Shaikhpur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Shaikhpur is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shaikhpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shaikhpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shaikhpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shaikhpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shaikhpur
Where is Shaikhpur located?
Shaikhpur village is located in Mangrol Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shaikhpur?
Shaikhpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shaikhpur?
The pincode of Shaikhpur is 362225.
What is the population of Shaikhpur?
Shaikhpur had a total population of 1,704, including 875 males and 829 females.
How many households are there in Shaikhpur?
Shaikhpur had 278 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shaikhpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shaikhpur was 70.35%. Male literacy was 82.68% and female literacy was 57.86%.