Meerpur Shekhpur
Meerpur Shekhpur is a village located in Akbarpur tehsil of Ambedkar Nagar district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Akbarpur (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Ambedkar Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Meerpur Shekhpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Meerpur Shekhpur unique in its vibrant Akbarpur-Ambedkar Nagar region. You’ll see Meerpur Shekhpur’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 Meerpur Shekhpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meerpur Shekhpur is 168315. The village spans a total geographical area of 189.98 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 224168. Akbarpur is nearest town to Meerpur Shekhpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Meerpur Shekhpur
Population of Meerpur Shekhpur
According to the 2011 Census, Meerpur Shekhpur has a total population of about 1,370, with approximately 710 males and 660 females. The sex ratio is around 929 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 163 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 328 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 65.91%, with male literacy at about 72.96% and female literacy near 58.33%. There are around 211 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Meerpur Shekhpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,370 | 710 | 660 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 92 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 328 | 160 | 168 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 903 | 518 | 385 |
| Illiterate Population | 467 | 192 | 275 |
Connectivity of Meerpur Shekhpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Meerpur Shekhpur. As per the 2011 stats, Meerpur 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 Meerpur Shekhpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Meerpur Shekhpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Meerpur Shekhpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Meerpur Shekhpur
- Where is Meerpur Shekhpur located?
- Meerpur Shekhpur village is situated in Akbarpur Tehsil, within the Ambedkar Nagar district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Meerpur Shekhpur?
- Meerpur Shekhpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Meerpur Shekhpur?
- The pincode of Meerpur Shekhpur is 224168, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Meerpur Shekhpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meerpur Shekhpur is 1,370, with 710 males and 660 females.
- How many households are there in Meerpur Shekhpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Meerpur Shekhpur village has a total of 211 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Meerpur Shekhpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meerpur Shekhpur is 65.91%. The male literacy rate is 72.96%, while the female literacy rate is 58.33%.