Shekhpur

Shekhpur is a village located in Gangdhar tehsil of Jhalawar district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 51km away from sub-district headquarter Gangdhar (tehsildar office) and 106km away from district headquarter Jhalawar. As per 2009 stats, Dhatooriya is the gram panchayat of Shekhpur village.

Shekhpur has its own place in the vibrant Jhalawar 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 Shekhpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shekhpur is 105349. The village spans a total geographical area of 774.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 326514. Jhalawar is nearest town to Shekhpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 106km away.

When it comes to local governance, Shekhpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dag Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Shekhpur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 574 306 268
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 113 64 49
Scheduled Castes (SC) 275 150 125
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 260 184 76
Illiterate Population 314 122 192

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

  • The total population of Shekhpur village is around 574, including approximately 306 males and 268 females, with a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 113 children aged 0–6 years in Shekhpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shekhpur village has 275 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shekhpur village is about 45.30%, with male literacy at 60.13% and female literacy at 28.36%.
  • There are around 117 households in Shekhpur village.

Connectivity of Shekhpur

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

Nearby Villages of Shekhpur

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

Dhabla Karanpura Kabeeri Dhatooriya Fazilpur Salriya Nandpur Luhariya Puwandla Bhaisariya Govindpura

Frequently Asked Questions about Shekhpur

Where is Shekhpur located?
Shekhpur village is situated in Gangdhar Tehsil, within the Jhalawar district of Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekhpur is Dhatooriya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shekhpur?
The pincode of Shekhpur is 326514, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shekhpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shekhpur is 574, with 306 males and 268 females.
How many households are there in Shekhpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shekhpur village has a total of 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekhpur is 45.30%. The male literacy rate is 60.13%, while the female literacy rate is 28.36%.