Shekhpur Husam - Nizamabad, Azamgarh
Shekhpur Husam is a village situated in the Nizamabad tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nizamabad and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Gauspur Dhoori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shekhpur Husam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shekhpur Husam is 194544. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.03 hectares and falls under the 276305 pincode. Nizamabad is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Shekhpur Husam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nizamabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lalganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shekhpur Husam
According to the 2011 Census, Shekhpur Husam village had a total population of 977 people, including 459 males and 518 females, living in 150 households. The sex ratio was 1,129 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.39%, with male literacy at 77.65% and female literacy at 64.34%.
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 | 977 | 459 | 518 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 101 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 554 | 278 | 276 |
| Illiterate Population | 423 | 181 | 242 |
Nearby Villages of Shekhpur Husam
Shekhpur Husam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mohammadpur Madar Dar | South-East | 0.78 km |
| Rajepur | East | 0.94 km |
| Mulrajpur | North-West | 1.14 km |
| Rampur Abusaid | North | 1.27 km |
| Badhariya | South-West | 1.47 km |
| Newada | North-West | 1.58 km |
| Saidullahpur | South-East | 1.59 km |
| Pura Natthu | South-East | 1.59 km |
| Nandpur | South | 1.59 km |
| Amha Mafi | North-East | 1.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shekhpur Husam
Public transport in the Shekhpur Husam is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Phariha, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.5 km.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nizamabad to Shekhpur Husam is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Shekhpur Husam is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shekhpur Husam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shekhpur Husam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shekhpur Husam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shekhpur Husam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Shekhpur Husam
Where is Shekhpur Husam located?
Shekhpur Husam village is located in Nizamabad Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhpur Husam?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekhpur Husam is Gauspur Dhoori.
What is the pincode of Shekhpur Husam?
The pincode of Shekhpur Husam is 276305.
What is the population of Shekhpur Husam?
Shekhpur Husam had a total population of 977, including 459 males and 518 females.
How many households are there in Shekhpur Husam?
Shekhpur Husam had 150 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhpur Husam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shekhpur Husam was 70.39%. Male literacy was 77.65% and female literacy was 64.34%.