Shekhpura

Shekhpura is a village located in Burhanpur tehsil of Azamgarh district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Burhanpur (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Azamgarh. As per 2009 stats, Selhra Patti is the gram panchayat of Shekhpura village.

Shekhpura has its own place in the vibrant Azamgarh 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 Shekhpura

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shekhpura is 192062. The village spans a total geographical area of 61.73 hectares. Azamgarh is nearest town to Shekhpura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.

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Population of Shekhpura

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 589 301 288
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 64 32 32
Scheduled Castes (SC) 285 143 142
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 378 219 159
Illiterate Population 211 82 129

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

  • The total population of Shekhpura village is around 589, including approximately 301 males and 288 females, with a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 64 children aged 0–6 years in Shekhpura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shekhpura village has 285 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shekhpura village is about 64.18%, with male literacy at 72.76% and female literacy at 55.21%.
  • There are around 113 households in Shekhpura village.

Connectivity of Shekhpura

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shekhpura. As per the 2011 stats, Shekhpura 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 Shekhpura

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

Selhra Patti Maharupur Bhiura Mangurgarh Sarkar Patti Baispur Chaturpur Khas Basahia Bhatpurwa Patkhauli Thirai Patti Gajaipur

Frequently Asked Questions about Shekhpura

Where is Shekhpura located?
Shekhpura village is situated in Burhanpur Tehsil, within the Azamgarh district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekhpura is Selhra Patti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Shekhpura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shekhpura is 589, with 301 males and 288 females.
How many households are there in Shekhpura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shekhpura village has a total of 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhpura as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekhpura is 64.18%. The male literacy rate is 72.76%, while the female literacy rate is 55.21%.