Shekhpur (Khe) - Vadnagar, Mahesana
Shekhpur (Khe) is a village situated in the Vadnagar taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vadnagar and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Shekhpur (khe) Haji serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shekhpur (Khe) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shekhpur (Khe) is 509340. The village covers a total geographical area of 172.59 hectares and falls under the 384325 pincode. Kheralu is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Shekhpur (Khe) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Unjha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahesana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shekhpur (Khe)
According to the 2011 Census, Shekhpur (Khe) village had a total population of 1,387 people, including 719 males and 668 females, living in 261 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.23%, with male literacy at 88.82% and female literacy at 69.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 65.
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 | 1,387 | 719 | 668 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 111 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 33 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 942 | 540 | 402 |
| Illiterate Population | 445 | 179 | 266 |
Nearby Villages of Shekhpur (Khe)
Shekhpur (Khe) 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 Shekhpur (Khe)
Public transport in the Shekhpur (Khe) is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kheralu to Shekhpur (Khe) is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Shekhpur (Khe) is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shekhpur (Khe)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shekhpur (Khe) 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 Shekhpur (Khe)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shekhpur (Khe) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shekhpur (Khe)
Where is Shekhpur (Khe) located?
Shekhpur (Khe) village is located in Vadnagar Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhpur (Khe)?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekhpur (Khe) is Shekhpur (khe) Haji.
What is the pincode of Shekhpur (Khe)?
The pincode of Shekhpur (Khe) is 384325.
What is the population of Shekhpur (Khe)?
Shekhpur (Khe) had a total population of 1,387, including 719 males and 668 females.
How many households are there in Shekhpur (Khe)?
Shekhpur (Khe) had 261 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhpur (Khe)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shekhpur (Khe) was 79.23%. Male literacy was 88.82% and female literacy was 69.19%.