Shekhpur - Raghogarh, Guna
Shekhpur is a village situated in the Raghogarh tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. Belka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shekhpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shekhpur is 499199. The village covers a total geographical area of 132 hectares and falls under the 473111 pincode. Raghogarh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Shekhpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raghogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shekhpur
As per Census 2011, Shekhpur village has a total population of 177 people, consisting of 94 males and 83 females. The village has 37 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 90 literate and 87 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shekhpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 177 | 94 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 24 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 51 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 43 | 44 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raghogarh to Shekhpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Raghogarh Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekhpur is Belka.
What is the pincode of Shekhpur?
The pincode of Shekhpur is 473111.
What is the population of Shekhpur?
Shekhpur has a total population of 177, including 94 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Shekhpur?
There are 37 households in Shekhpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shekhpur is 50.85%. Male literacy is 54.26% and female literacy is 46.99%.