Shekhwaliya - Phulpur, Azamgarh
Shekhwaliya is a village situated in the Phulpur tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulpur and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Shekhwaliya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shekhwaliya is 194955. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.69 hectares and falls under the 223224 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Shekhwaliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phoolpur pawai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lalganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shekhwaliya
According to the 2011 Census, Shekhwaliya village had a total population of 1,801 people, including 891 males and 910 females, living in 252 households. The sex ratio was 1,021 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.82%, with male literacy at 82.64% and female literacy at 61.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 681.
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 | 1,801 | 891 | 910 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 286 | 142 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 681 | 359 | 322 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,088 | 619 | 469 |
| Illiterate Population | 713 | 272 | 441 |
Nearby Villages of Shekhwaliya
Shekhwaliya 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 Shekhwaliya
Shekhwaliya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Shekhwaliya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Azamgarh to Shekhwaliya is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Shekhwaliya is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shekhwaliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shekhwaliya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shekhwaliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shekhwaliya 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 Shekhwaliya
Where is Shekhwaliya located?
Shekhwaliya village is located in Phulpur Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhwaliya?
Shekhwaliya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shekhwaliya?
The pincode of Shekhwaliya is 223224.
What is the population of Shekhwaliya?
Shekhwaliya had a total population of 1,801, including 891 males and 910 females.
How many households are there in Shekhwaliya?
Shekhwaliya had 252 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhwaliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shekhwaliya was 71.82%. Male literacy was 82.64% and female literacy was 61.23%.