Shekhapura
Shekhapura is a village located in Khaknar tehsil of Burhanpur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 37km away from sub-district headquarter Khaknar (tehsildar office) and 77km away from district headquarter Burhanpur. As per 2009 stats, Shekhapura village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shekhapura unique in its vibrant Khaknar-Burhanpur region. You’ll see Shekhapura’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shekhapura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shekhapura is 506323. The village spans a total geographical area of 664.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 450332. Khandwa is nearest town to Shekhapura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km away.
Google Map of Shekhapura
Population of Shekhapura
According to the 2011 Census, Shekhapura has a total population of about 2,628, with approximately 1,313 males and 1,315 females. The sex ratio is around 1001 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 485 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 127 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,914. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.03%, with male literacy at about 57.88% and female literacy near 44.18%. There are around 493 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shekhapura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,628 | 1,313 | 1,315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 485 | 251 | 234 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 64 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,914 | 946 | 968 |
| Literate Population | 1,341 | 760 | 581 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,287 | 553 | 734 |
Connectivity of Shekhapura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shekhapura. As per the 2011 stats, Shekhapura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shekhapura
Knowing the nearby villages of Shekhapura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shekhapura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shekhapura
- Where is Shekhapura located?
- Shekhapura village is situated in Khaknar Tehsil, within the Burhanpur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shekhapura?
- Shekhapura serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shekhapura?
- The pincode of Shekhapura is 450332, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shekhapura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shekhapura is 2,628, with 1,313 males and 1,315 females.
- How many households are there in Shekhapura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shekhapura village has a total of 493 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shekhapura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekhapura is 51.03%. The male literacy rate is 57.88%, while the female literacy rate is 44.18%.