Shekhpuro - Harraiya, Basti
Shekhpuro is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Dhaurahra Chauhan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shekhpuro village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shekhpuro is 180049. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.31 hectares and falls under the 272127 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Shekhpuro village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shekhpuro
According to the 2011 Census, Shekhpuro village had a total population of 325 people, including 175 males and 150 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 857 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.89%, with male literacy at 79.41% and female literacy at 50.82%.
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 | 325 | 175 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 39 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 108 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 67 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Shekhpuro
Shekhpuro 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 Shekhpuro
Public transport in the Shekhpuro is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Shekhpuro is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shekhpuro
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shekhpuro 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shekhpuro
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shekhpuro 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shekhpuro
Where is Shekhpuro located?
Shekhpuro village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhpuro?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekhpuro is Dhaurahra Chauhan.
What is the pincode of Shekhpuro?
The pincode of Shekhpuro is 272127.
What is the population of Shekhpuro?
Shekhpuro had a total population of 325, including 175 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Shekhpuro?
Shekhpuro had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhpuro?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shekhpuro was 65.89%. Male literacy was 79.41% and female literacy was 50.82%.