Shakipur - Azamgarh
Shakipur is a village situated in the Azamgarh tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Azamgarh, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Sakipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shakipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shakipur is 193451. The village covers a total geographical area of 199.91 hectares and falls under the 276406 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town.
Shakipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Azamgarh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Shakipur
As per Census 2011, Shakipur village has a total population of 1,564 people, consisting of 793 males and 771 females. The village has 219 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 248 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 979 literate and 585 illiterate residents. Additionally, 70 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shakipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,564 | 793 | 771 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 248 | 131 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 44 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 2 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 979 | 552 | 427 |
| Illiterate Population | 585 | 241 | 344 |
Nearby Villages of Shakipur
Shakipur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Rajman | North-West | 0.47 km |
| Husampur | South-West | 1.09 km |
| Bithalpur | West | 1.16 km |
| Molanapur Mafi | North | 1.26 km |
| Chak Hiraram | East | 1.28 km |
| Asaur | South-East | 1.31 km |
| Surahiya | East | 1.51 km |
| Majhgawan | North-East | 1.65 km |
| Bhairopur Khurd | West | 1.67 km |
| Maini | South-East | 1.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shakipur
Shakipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sarai Rani, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
Banking and Postal Services in Shakipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shakipur 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 Shakipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shakipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shakipur
Where is Shakipur located?
Shakipur village is located in Azamgarh Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shakipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shakipur is Sakipur.
What is the pincode of Shakipur?
The pincode of Shakipur is 276406.
What is the population of Shakipur?
Shakipur has a total population of 1,564, including 793 males and 771 females.
How many households are there in Shakipur?
There are 219 households in Shakipur.
What is the literacy rate in Shakipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shakipur is 62.60%. Male literacy is 69.61% and female literacy is 55.38%.