Shekhanpur
About Shekhanpur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shekhanpur village is 479203. Shekhanpur village is located in Khilchipur tehsil of Rajgarh district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Khilchipur (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Rajgarh. As per 2009 stats, Dhunwakhedi is the gram panchayat of Shekhanpur village.
The total geographical area of village is 228.98 hectares. Shekhanpur has a total population of 537 peoples, out of which male population is 283 while female population is 254. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 897 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shekhanpur village is 45.25% out of which 54.06% males and 35.43% females are literate. There are about 116 houses in shekhanpur village.
When it comes to administration, Shekhanpur 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, Shekhanpur village comes under Khilchipur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Rajgarh Lok Sabha constituency. Khilchipur is nearest town to shekhanpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
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Population of Shekhanpur
The population details of Shekhanpur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 537 | 283 | 254 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 61 | 34 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 153 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 294 | 130 | 164 |
Connectivity of Shekhanpur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shekhanpur
Where is Shekhanpur located?
Shekhanpur village is situated in Khilchipur Tehsil, within the Rajgarh district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekhanpur is Dhunwakhedi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Shekhanpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shekhanpur is 537, with 283 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Shekhanpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shekhanpur village has a total of 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhanpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekhanpur is 45.25%. The male literacy rate is 54.06%, while the female literacy rate is 35.43%.