Shekhapur - Madnoor, Kamareddy
Shekhapur is a village situated in the Madnoor mandal of Kamareddy district, Telangana. It is located approximately 12 km from Madnoor and around 105 km from Nizamabad. Shaikapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shekhapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shekhapur is 571078. The village covers a total geographical area of 704 hectares and falls under the 503309 pincode. Degloor(maharastra) is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Shekhapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shekhapur
According to the 2011 Census, Shekhapur village had a total population of 1,087 people, including 549 males and 538 females, living in 175 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.90%, with male literacy at 66.46% and female literacy at 51.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 312, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,087 | 549 | 538 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 75 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 312 | 154 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 556 | 315 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 531 | 234 | 297 |
Nearby Villages of Shekhapur
Shekhapur 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 Shekhapur
Shekhapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Degloor(maharastra) to Shekhapur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nizamabad to Shekhapur is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shekhapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shekhapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shekhapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shekhapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shekhapur
Where is Shekhapur located?
Shekhapur village is located in Madnoor Mandal, Kamareddy district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekhapur is Shaikapur.
What is the pincode of Shekhapur?
The pincode of Shekhapur is 503309.
What is the population of Shekhapur?
Shekhapur had a total population of 1,087, including 549 males and 538 females.
How many households are there in Shekhapur?
Shekhapur had 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shekhapur was 58.90%. Male literacy was 66.46% and female literacy was 51.28%.