Shekhpura - Burhanpur, Azamgarh
Shekhpura is a village situated in the Burhanpur tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Burhanpur and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Selhra Patti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shekhpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shekhpura is 192062. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.73 hectares and falls under the 223223 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Shekhpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shekhpura
As per Census 2011, Shekhpura village has a total population of 589 people, consisting of 301 males and 288 females. The village has 113 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 378 literate and 211 illiterate residents. Additionally, 285 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shekhpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 589 | 301 | 288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 32 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 285 | 143 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 378 | 219 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 82 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Shekhpura
Shekhpura 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 Shekhpura
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Shekhpura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Azamgarh to Shekhpura is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Shekhpura is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shekhpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shekhpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shekhpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shekhpura 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shekhpura
Where is Shekhpura located?
Shekhpura village is located in Burhanpur Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekhpura is Selhra Patti.
What is the pincode of Shekhpura?
The pincode of Shekhpura is 223223.
What is the population of Shekhpura?
Shekhpura has a total population of 589, including 301 males and 288 females.
How many households are there in Shekhpura?
There are 113 households in Shekhpura.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shekhpura is 64.18%. Male literacy is 72.76% and female literacy is 55.21%.