Shekhawapur - Bahraich
Shekhawapur is a village situated in the Bahraich tehsil of Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 39 km from Bahraich, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Shekha Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shekhawapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shekhawapur is 172140. The village covers a total geographical area of 284.73 hectares and falls under the 271802 pincode. Bahraich is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Shekhawapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Payagpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shekhawapur
According to the 2011 Census, Shekhawapur village had a total population of 1,696 people, including 909 males and 787 females, living in 264 households. The sex ratio was 866 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.83%, with male literacy at 78.44% and female literacy at 59.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 237.
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 | 1,696 | 909 | 787 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 264 | 139 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 133 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,000 | 604 | 396 |
| Illiterate Population | 696 | 305 | 391 |
Transport and Connectivity of Shekhawapur
Shekhawapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Shekhawapur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bahraich to Shekhawapur is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shekhawapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shekhawapur 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 Shekhawapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shekhawapur 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 Shekhawapur
Where is Shekhawapur located?
Shekhawapur village is located in Bahraich Tehsil, Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shekhawapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekhawapur is Shekha Pur.
What is the pincode of Shekhawapur?
The pincode of Shekhawapur is 271802.
What is the population of Shekhawapur?
Shekhawapur had a total population of 1,696, including 909 males and 787 females.
How many households are there in Shekhawapur?
Shekhawapur had 264 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhawapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shekhawapur was 69.83%. Male literacy was 78.44% and female literacy was 59.82%.