Sheikhpur
About Sheikhpur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sheikhpur village is 028723. Sheikhpur village is located in Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Batala (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Sheikhpura Khurd is the gram panchayat of Sheikhpur village.
The total geographical area of village is 402 hectares. Sheikhpur has a total population of 1,716 peoples, out of which male population is 897 while female population is 819. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 913 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sheikhpur village is 64.39% out of which 68.78% males and 59.58% females are literate. There are about 333 houses in sheikhpur village. Pincode of sheikhpur village locality is 143505.
Batala is nearest town to sheikhpur village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Sheikhpur
The population details of Sheikhpur 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 | 1,716 | 897 | 819 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 211 | 113 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 862 | 454 | 408 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,105 | 617 | 488 |
| Illiterate Population | 611 | 280 | 331 |
Connectivity of Sheikhpur
| 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 <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sheikhpur
Where is Sheikhpur located?
Sheikhpur village is situated in Batala Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sheikhpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sheikhpur is Sheikhpura Khurd (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sheikhpur?
The pincode of Sheikhpur is 143505, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sheikhpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sheikhpur is 1,716, with 897 males and 819 females.
How many households are there in Sheikhpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sheikhpur village has a total of 333 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sheikhpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sheikhpur is 64.39%. The male literacy rate is 68.78%, while the female literacy rate is 59.58%.