Shekhapur

Shekhapur is a village located in Sillod tehsil of Aurangabad district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 37km away from sub-district headquarter Sillod (tehsildar office) and 101km away from district headquarter Aurangabad. As per 2009 stats, Pimpalgoan Ghat is the gram panchayat of Shekhapur village.

Shekhapur has its own place in the vibrant Aurangabad 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 Shekhapur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shekhapur is 548562. The village spans a total geographical area of 286.83 hectares. Sillod is nearest town to Shekhapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.

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Population of Shekhapur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 397 217 180
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 75 39 36
Scheduled Castes (SC) 7 5 2
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 112 54 58
Literate Population 224 153 71
Illiterate Population 173 64 109

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

  • The total population of Shekhapur village is around 397, including approximately 217 males and 180 females, with a sex ratio of 829 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 75 children aged 0–6 years in Shekhapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shekhapur village has 7 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 112 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Shekhapur village is about 56.42%, with male literacy at 70.51% and female literacy at 39.44%.
  • There are around 69 households in Shekhapur village.

Connectivity of Shekhapur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shekhapur. As per the 2011 stats, Shekhapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Shekhapur

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Shekhapur

Where is Shekhapur located?
Shekhapur village is situated in Sillod Tehsil, within the Aurangabad district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekhapur is Pimpalgoan Ghat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Shekhapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shekhapur is 397, with 217 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Shekhapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shekhapur village has a total of 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhapur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekhapur is 56.42%. The male literacy rate is 70.51%, while the female literacy rate is 39.44%.