Shekhpur - Belthara Road, Ballia
Shekhpur is a village situated in the Belthara Road tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belthara Road and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Shekhpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shekhpur is 197813. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.04 hectares and falls under the 221715 pincode. Belthara Road is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Shekhpur 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 Belthara Road Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salempur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shekhpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shekhpur village had a total population of 1,250 people, including 650 males and 600 females, living in 170 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.68%, with male literacy at 82.32% and female literacy at 62.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 1,250 | 650 | 600 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 90 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 9 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 782 | 461 | 321 |
| Illiterate Population | 468 | 189 | 279 |
Nearby Villages of Shekhpur
Shekhpur 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 Shekhpur
Public transport in the Shekhpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Shekhpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Belthara Road to Shekhpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Shekhpur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shekhpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shekhpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shekhpur
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shekhpur
Where is Shekhpur located?
Shekhpur village is located in Belthara Road Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shekhpur?
Shekhpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shekhpur?
The pincode of Shekhpur is 221715.
What is the population of Shekhpur?
Shekhpur had a total population of 1,250, including 650 males and 600 females.
How many households are there in Shekhpur?
Shekhpur had 170 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shekhpur was 72.68%. Male literacy was 82.32% and female literacy was 62.21%.