Shekhupur - Chinour, Gwalior
Shekhupur is a village situated in the Chinour tehsil of Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh. Non Ki Saray serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shekhupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shekhupur is 454343. The village covers a total geographical area of 496.78 hectares and falls under the 475110 pincode. Dabra is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Shekhupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhitarwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shekhupur
According to the 2011 Census, Shekhupur village had a total population of 1,061 people, including 567 males and 494 females, living in 267 households. The sex ratio was 871 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.19%, with male literacy at 80.25% and female literacy at 59.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 132, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 220.
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 | 1,061 | 567 | 494 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 96 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 132 | 73 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 220 | 115 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 631 | 378 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 430 | 189 | 241 |
Nearby Villages of Shekhupur
Shekhupur 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 Shekhupur
Shekhupur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Dabra to Shekhupur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gwalior to Shekhupur is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shekhupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shekhupur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shekhupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shekhupur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shekhupur
Where is Shekhupur located?
Shekhupur village is located in Chinour Tehsil, Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekhupur is Non Ki Saray.
What is the pincode of Shekhupur?
The pincode of Shekhupur is 475110.
What is the population of Shekhupur?
Shekhupur had a total population of 1,061, including 567 males and 494 females.
How many households are there in Shekhupur?
Shekhupur had 267 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shekhupur was 70.19%. Male literacy was 80.25% and female literacy was 59.11%.