Sheikhupur
Sheikhupur is a village located in Nawanshahr tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Nawanshahr (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Shekhupur is the gram panchayat of Sheikhupur village.
Sheikhupur has its own place in the vibrant Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar 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 Sheikhupur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sheikhupur is 032229. The village spans a total geographical area of 420 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144507. Nawansahar is nearest town to Sheikhupur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sheikhupur
Population of Sheikhupur
Below is a concise population overview of Sheikhupur 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 | 2,209 | 1,055 | 1,154 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 135 | 116 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 943 | 470 | 473 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,531 | 765 | 766 |
Illiterate Population | 678 | 290 | 388 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sheikhupur village:
- The total population of Sheikhupur village is around 2,209, including approximately 1,055 males and 1,154 females, with a sex ratio of 1093 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 251 children aged 0–6 years in Sheikhupur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sheikhupur village has 943 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Sheikhupur village is about 69.31%, with male literacy at 72.51% and female literacy at 66.38%.
- There are around 429 households in Sheikhupur village.
Connectivity of Sheikhupur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sheikhupur. As per the 2011 stats, Sheikhupur 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 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sheikhupur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sheikhupur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sheikhupur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sheikhupur
- Where is Sheikhupur located?
- Sheikhupur village is situated in Nawanshahr Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sheikhupur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sheikhupur is Shekhupur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sheikhupur?
- The pincode of Sheikhupur is 144507, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sheikhupur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sheikhupur is 2,209, with 1,055 males and 1,154 females.
- How many households are there in Sheikhupur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sheikhupur village has a total of 429 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sheikhupur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sheikhupur is 69.31%. The male literacy rate is 72.51%, while the female literacy rate is 66.38%.