Shekhpur Lala - Dhampur, Bijnor
Shekhpur Lala is a village situated in the Dhampur tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhampur and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Shekhpuralala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shekhpur Lala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shekhpur Lala is 113439. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.24 hectares and falls under the 246761 pincode. Nahraur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Shekhpur Lala 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 Nehtaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagina Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shekhpur Lala
According to the 2011 Census, Shekhpur Lala village had a total population of 1,770 people, including 931 males and 839 females, living in 299 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.80%, with male literacy at 76.32% and female literacy at 53.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 464.
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 | 1,770 | 931 | 839 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 276 | 137 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 464 | 257 | 207 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 983 | 606 | 377 |
| Illiterate Population | 787 | 325 | 462 |
Nearby Villages of Shekhpur Lala
Shekhpur Lala 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 Lala
Public transport in the Shekhpur Lala is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Shekhpur Lala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Nahraur to Shekhpur Lala is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Shekhpur Lala is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shekhpur Lala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shekhpur Lala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shekhpur Lala
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 Lala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Shekhpur Lala
Where is Shekhpur Lala located?
Shekhpur Lala village is located in Dhampur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shekhpur Lala?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekhpur Lala is Shekhpuralala.
What is the pincode of Shekhpur Lala?
The pincode of Shekhpur Lala is 246761.
What is the population of Shekhpur Lala?
Shekhpur Lala had a total population of 1,770, including 931 males and 839 females.
How many households are there in Shekhpur Lala?
Shekhpur Lala had 299 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhpur Lala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shekhpur Lala was 65.80%. Male literacy was 76.32% and female literacy was 53.86%.