Shekhpur Kalan - Dera Bassi, S.A.S Nagar
Shekhpur Kalan is a village situated in the Dera Bassi tehsil of S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 7 km from Dera Bassi and around 31 km from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. Sekhpura Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shekhpur Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shekhpur Kalan is 039352. The village covers a total geographical area of 118 hectares and falls under the 140507 pincode. Dera Bassi is the nearest town.
Shekhpur Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dera bassi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shekhpur Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Shekhpur Kalan village had a total population of 564 people, including 304 males and 260 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 855 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.13%, with male literacy at 89.19% and female literacy at 76.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 82.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 564 | 304 | 260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 45 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 44 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 404 | 231 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 73 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Shekhpur Kalan
Shekhpur Kalan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shekhpur Kalan
Shekhpur Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Shekhpur Kalan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar to Shekhpur Kalan is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shekhpur Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shekhpur Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shekhpur Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shekhpur Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shekhpur Kalan
Where is Shekhpur Kalan located?
Shekhpur Kalan village is located in Dera Bassi Tehsil, S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhpur Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekhpur Kalan is Sekhpura Kalan.
What is the pincode of Shekhpur Kalan?
The pincode of Shekhpur Kalan is 140507.
What is the population of Shekhpur Kalan?
Shekhpur Kalan had a total population of 564, including 304 males and 260 females.
How many households are there in Shekhpur Kalan?
Shekhpur Kalan had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhpur Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shekhpur Kalan was 83.13%. Male literacy was 89.19% and female literacy was 76.21%.