Shekhupur Kalan
Shekhupur Kalan is a village located in Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Dasua (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Dehriwal is the gram panchayat of Shekhupur Kalan village.
Shekhupur Kalan has its own place in the vibrant Hoshiarpur 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 Shekhupur Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shekhupur Kalan is 030854. The village spans a total geographical area of 81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144305. Dasua is nearest town to Shekhupur Kalan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Shekhupur Kalan
Below is a concise population overview of Shekhupur Kalan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 226 | 115 | 111 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 24 | 32 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 140 | 75 | 65 |
Illiterate Population | 86 | 40 | 46 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shekhupur Kalan village:
- The total population of Shekhupur Kalan village is around 226, including approximately 115 males and 111 females, with a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 32 children aged 0–6 years in Shekhupur Kalan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shekhupur Kalan village has 56 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Shekhupur Kalan village is about 61.95%, with male literacy at 65.22% and female literacy at 58.56%.
- There are around 45 households in Shekhupur Kalan village.
Connectivity of Shekhupur Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shekhupur Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Shekhupur Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shekhupur Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Shekhupur Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shekhupur Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shekhupur Kalan
- Where is Shekhupur Kalan located?
- Shekhupur Kalan village is situated in Dasua Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shekhupur Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shekhupur Kalan is Dehriwal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shekhupur Kalan?
- The pincode of Shekhupur Kalan is 144305, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shekhupur Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shekhupur Kalan is 226, with 115 males and 111 females.
- How many households are there in Shekhupur Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shekhupur Kalan village has a total of 45 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shekhupur Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekhupur Kalan is 61.95%. The male literacy rate is 65.22%, while the female literacy rate is 58.56%.