Shekhpur
About Shekhpur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shekhpur village is 524363. Shekhpur village is located in Mahuva taluka of Surat district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Mahuva (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Surat. As per 2009 stats, Shekhpur village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 985.87 hectares. Shekhpur has a total population of 3,665 peoples, out of which male population is 1,832 while female population is 1,833. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1000 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shekhpur village is 75.36% out of which 79.53% males and 71.19% females are literate. There are about 844 houses in shekhpur village. Pincode of shekhpur village locality is 394250.
When it comes to administration, Shekhpur 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, Shekhpur village comes under Olpad Vidhan Sabha constituency & Surat Lok Sabha constituency. Bardoli is nearest town to shekhpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
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Population of Shekhpur
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,665 | 1,832 | 1,833 |
| Children (0-6) | 333 | 171 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 51 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,498 | 1,741 | 1,757 |
| Literate Population | 2,762 | 1,457 | 1,305 |
| Illiterate Population | 903 | 375 | 528 |
Connectivity of Shekhpur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shekhpur
Where is Shekhpur located?
Shekhpur village is situated in Mahuva Taluka, within the Surat district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhpur?
Shekhpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Shekhpur?
The pincode of Shekhpur is 394250, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shekhpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shekhpur is 3,665, with 1,832 males and 1,833 females.
How many households are there in Shekhpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shekhpur village has a total of 844 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekhpur is 75.36%. The male literacy rate is 79.53%, while the female literacy rate is 71.19%.