Shekhupur

Shekhupur is a village located in Lalganj tehsil of Azamgarh district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Lalganj (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Azamgarh. As per 2009 stats, Meharo Jagdeeshpur is the gram panchayat of Shekhupur village.

Shekhupur 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 Shekhupur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shekhupur is 195493. The village spans a total geographical area of 119.45 hectares. Azamgarh is nearest town to Shekhupur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.

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Population of Shekhupur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,049 503 546
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 178 90 88
Scheduled Castes (SC) 499 250 249
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 615 343 272
Illiterate Population 434 160 274

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

  • The total population of Shekhupur village is around 1,049, including approximately 503 males and 546 females, with a sex ratio of 1085 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 178 children aged 0–6 years in Shekhupur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shekhupur village has 499 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shekhupur village is about 58.63%, with male literacy at 68.19% and female literacy at 49.82%.
  • There are around 149 households in Shekhupur village.

Connectivity of Shekhupur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shekhupur. As per the 2011 stats, Shekhupur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Shekhupur

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

Nurampur Madhopur Dharang Kalyanpur Manikpur Jagdishpur Meharo Kalan Narayanpur Nevada Mehro Khurd Bairampur Bara Gaon Bahadurpur Asurpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Shekhupur

Where is Shekhupur located?
Shekhupur village is situated in Lalganj Tehsil, within the Azamgarh district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekhupur is Meharo Jagdeeshpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Shekhupur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shekhupur is 1,049, with 503 males and 546 females.
How many households are there in Shekhupur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shekhupur village has a total of 149 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhupur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekhupur is 58.63%. The male literacy rate is 68.19%, while the female literacy rate is 49.82%.