Shakohpur

Shakohpur is a village located in Nawanshahr tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Nawanshahr (tehsildar office) and 7km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Sakohpur is the gram panchayat of Shakohpur village.

Here you can discover what makes Shakohpur unique in its vibrant Nawanshahr-Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Shakohpur’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 Shakohpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shakohpur is 032249. The village spans a total geographical area of 242 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144421. Nawansahar is nearest town to Shakohpur village for all major economic activities.

Google Map of Shakohpur

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Population of Shakohpur

According to the 2011 Census, Shakohpur has a total population of about 1,317, with approximately 681 males and 636 females. The sex ratio is around 933 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 113 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 719 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 78.21%, with male literacy at about 81.50% and female literacy near 74.69%. There are around 273 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shakohpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,317 681 636
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 113 61 52
Scheduled Castes (SC) 719 383 336
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,030 555 475
Illiterate Population 287 126 161

Connectivity of Shakohpur

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

Nearby Villages of Shakohpur

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Shakohpur

Where is Shakohpur located?
Shakohpur village is situated in Nawanshahr Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shakohpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shakohpur is Sakohpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shakohpur?
The pincode of Shakohpur is 144421, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shakohpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shakohpur is 1,317, with 681 males and 636 females.
How many households are there in Shakohpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shakohpur village has a total of 273 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shakohpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shakohpur is 78.21%. The male literacy rate is 81.50%, while the female literacy rate is 74.69%.