Shekh Pur - Musafirkhana, Amethi
Shekh Pur is a village situated in the Musafirkhana tehsil of Amethi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from Musafirkhana and around 62 km from Sultanpur. Shesh Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shekh Pur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shekh Pur is 168827. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.05 hectares and falls under the 227816 pincode. Jagdishpur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Shekh Pur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jagdishpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amethi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shekh Pur
According to the 2011 Census, Shekh Pur village had a total population of 1,315 people, including 699 males and 616 females, living in 194 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.41%, with male literacy at 70.91% and female literacy at 50.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 242.
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 | 1,315 | 699 | 616 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 118 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 242 | 129 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 673 | 412 | 261 |
| Illiterate Population | 642 | 287 | 355 |
Nearby Villages of Shekh Pur
Shekh Pur 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 Shekh Pur
Shekh Pur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Shekh Pur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagdishpur to Shekh Pur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sultanpur to Shekh Pur is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shekh Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shekh Pur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shekh Pur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shekh Pur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shekh Pur
Where is Shekh Pur located?
Shekh Pur village is located in Musafirkhana Tehsil, Amethi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shekh Pur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekh Pur is Shesh Pur.
What is the pincode of Shekh Pur?
The pincode of Shekh Pur is 227816.
What is the population of Shekh Pur?
Shekh Pur had a total population of 1,315, including 699 males and 616 females.
How many households are there in Shekh Pur?
Shekh Pur had 194 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekh Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shekh Pur was 61.41%. Male literacy was 70.91% and female literacy was 50.68%.