Shekhupur

Shekhupur is a village located in Hoshiarpur tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Hoshiarpur (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Sheikhupur is the gram panchayat of Shekhupur village.

Shekhupur 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

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shekhupur is 031643. The village spans a total geographical area of 126 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 146001. Hoshiarpur is nearest town to Shekhupur village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Shekhupur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 701 373 328
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 81 36 45
Scheduled Castes (SC) 377 200 177
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 549 311 238
Illiterate Population 152 62 90

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

  • The total population of Shekhupur village is around 701, including approximately 373 males and 328 females, with a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 81 children aged 0–6 years in Shekhupur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shekhupur village has 377 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shekhupur village is about 78.32%, with male literacy at 83.38% and female literacy at 72.56%.
  • There are around 131 households in Shekhupur village.

Connectivity of Shekhupur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shekhupur. As per the 2011 stats, Shekhupur 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Shekhupur

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

Lohar Kangnan Nainowal Jattan Sehjowal Pandori Bhawa Pandori Mindomind Giganwal Nangal Maruf Bahid Dhadda Fateh Singh Pathralian Zarab Dial

Frequently Asked Questions about Shekhupur

Where is Shekhupur located?
Shekhupur village is situated in Hoshiarpur Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekhupur is Sheikhupur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shekhupur?
The pincode of Shekhupur is 146001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shekhupur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shekhupur is 701, with 373 males and 328 females.
How many households are there in Shekhupur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shekhupur village has a total of 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhupur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekhupur is 78.32%. The male literacy rate is 83.38%, while the female literacy rate is 72.56%.