Shekhpur - Shehera, Panch Mahals
Shekhpur is a village situated in the Shehera taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shehera and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Shekhpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shekhpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shekhpur is 518411. The village covers a total geographical area of 1059.47 hectares and falls under the 389210 pincode. Shehera is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Shekhpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shekhpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shekhpur village had a total population of 3,459 people, including 1,762 males and 1,697 females, living in 566 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.04%, with male literacy at 84.28% and female literacy at 59.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 148, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,379.
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 | 3,459 | 1,762 | 1,697 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 644 | 331 | 313 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 79 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,379 | 673 | 706 |
| Literate Population | 2,028 | 1,206 | 822 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,431 | 556 | 875 |
Nearby Villages of Shekhpur
Shekhpur 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
Shekhpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shehera to Shekhpur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Shekhpur is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shekhpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shekhpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shekhpur
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shekhpur
Where is Shekhpur located?
Shekhpur village is located in Shehera Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shekhpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekhpur is Shekhpura.
What is the pincode of Shekhpur?
The pincode of Shekhpur is 389210.
What is the population of Shekhpur?
Shekhpur had a total population of 3,459, including 1,762 males and 1,697 females.
How many households are there in Shekhpur?
Shekhpur had 566 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shekhpur was 72.04%. Male literacy was 84.28% and female literacy was 59.39%.