Shekhpura
Shekhpura is a village located in Talwandi Sabo tehsil of Bathinda district in Punjab, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Talwandi Sabo (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Bathinda. As per 2009 stats, Shekhpura village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shekhpura unique in its vibrant Talwandi Sabo-Bathinda region. You’ll see Shekhpura’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shekhpura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shekhpura is 035899. The village spans a total geographical area of 1955 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 151302. Talwandi Sabo is nearest town to Shekhpura village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Shekhpura
Population of Shekhpura
According to the 2011 Census, Shekhpura has a total population of about 5,420, with approximately 2,894 males and 2,526 females. The sex ratio is around 872 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 541 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,872 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.52%, with male literacy at about 53.49% and female literacy near 42.83%. There are around 1,037 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shekhpura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,420 | 2,894 | 2,526 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 541 | 307 | 234 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,872 | 978 | 894 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,630 | 1,548 | 1,082 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,790 | 1,346 | 1,444 |
Connectivity of Shekhpura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shekhpura. As per the 2011 stats, Shekhpura 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Shekhpura
Knowing the nearby villages of Shekhpura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shekhpura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shekhpura
- Where is Shekhpura located?
- Shekhpura village is situated in Talwandi Sabo Tehsil, within the Bathinda district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shekhpura?
- Shekhpura serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shekhpura?
- The pincode of Shekhpura is 151302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shekhpura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shekhpura is 5,420, with 2,894 males and 2,526 females.
- How many households are there in Shekhpura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shekhpura village has a total of 1,037 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shekhpura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekhpura is 48.52%. The male literacy rate is 53.49%, while the female literacy rate is 42.83%.