Shekhpur

Shekhpur is a village located in Kurwai tehsil of Vidisha district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Kurwai (tehsildar office) and 97km away from district headquarter Vidisha. As per 2009 stats, Shekhpur village is also a gram panchayat.

Shekhpur has its own place in the vibrant Vidisha region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Shekhpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shekhpur is 480919. The village spans a total geographical area of 504.18 hectares. Kurwai is nearest town to Shekhpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.

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Population of Shekhpur

Below is a concise population overview of Shekhpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 699 365 334
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 124 64 60
Scheduled Castes (SC) 115 59 56
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 134 73 61
Literate Population 478 263 215
Illiterate Population 221 102 119

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shekhpur village:

  • The total population of Shekhpur village is around 699, including approximately 365 males and 334 females, with a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 124 children aged 0–6 years in Shekhpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shekhpur village has 115 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 134 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Shekhpur village is about 68.38%, with male literacy at 72.05% and female literacy at 64.37%.
  • There are around 162 households in Shekhpur village.

Connectivity of Shekhpur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shekhpur. As per the 2011 stats, Shekhpur 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Shekhpur

Knowing the nearby villages of Shekhpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shekhpur.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Shekhpur

Where is Shekhpur located?
Shekhpur village is situated in Kurwai Tehsil, within the Vidisha district of Madhya Pradesh, 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 population of Shekhpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shekhpur is 699, with 365 males and 334 females.
How many households are there in Shekhpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shekhpur village has a total of 162 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekhpur is 68.38%. The male literacy rate is 72.05%, while the female literacy rate is 64.37%.